{"title":"Spider-Mania","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"pterinochilus-murinus-orange-baboon-tarantula-for-sale-spiderling","title":"Pterinochilus murinus 'Usambara' (Orange Baboon Tarantula) 0.5-0.75\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePterinochilus murinus 'Usambara' (Orange Baboon Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Orange Baboon Tarantula, or Pterinochilus murinus, is an Old World terrestrial tarantula, and this locality traces back to the Usambara Mountains region of Tanzania in East Africa. Adults of the Usambara form have a warm, golden yellow-orange base covering the legs, carapace (head), and abdomen, a noticeably softer tone than the brighter red-orange of the classic RCF form. Even as spiderlings, that yellow-orange is already visible and only grows richer with every molt, and this species only grows to about 4 to 5 inches in diagonal leg span, with a fast growth rate that gets it to full size in as little as 1 to 2 years. This species also has a long lifespan, with females reaching about 8 to 12 years while males live 2 to 3 years. This is a fast, reactive, bold display species, and one we recommend for keepers who already have some tarantula experience and want a high-energy animal to watch. 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Cooler temperatures are survivable, but increase the odds of trouble molting and growing, so we recommend staying in this range for the best results. Most keepers do not need any extra heating to hit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate humidity with good cross ventilation works well. Keep the substrate mostly dry and avoid overly damp conditions, misting lightly only if it has gone bone dry for an extended stretch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e At this size, prey should measure about 1\/8 to 3\/16 inch, roughly the width of the carapace (head). Offer food at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skittish and quick to react, more likely to bolt for cover or flare up at a disturbance than sit still, which is exactly what makes feeding time so entertaining to watch. It is not a handled species, but it is a hardy, forgiving one to raise, tolerant of small care mistakes while it grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations for the Usambara Orange Baboon Tarantula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/strong\u003e All tarantulas at Exotics Unlimited are captive bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Locality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usambara refers to the Usambara Mountains region of Tanzania, where this color form was originally collected, distinguishing it from the plain RCF form and other named localities we carry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for a Pterinochilus murinus Usambara Orange Baboon Tarantula spiderling measuring around 0.5 to 0.75 inch in diagonal leg span, which is the size given in the title, unsexed, with roughly a 50\/50 chance of male or female. 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This is a new world tarantula for sale that brings real color to the terrestrial side of the hobby without asking for advanced care in return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Lasiocyano sazimai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shimmering metallic sheen that shows up as either blue or purple, both striking and both true to the Brazilian Blue name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mostly calm and easygoing for a terrestrial species, making it approachable for keepers at almost any experience level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straightforward care requirements paired with standout color make this a great pick for someone building out their first collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e An opportunistic burrower rather than a deep digger, so it stays visible and active on the surface, especially in the evening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Lasiocyano sazimai be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 4 to 5 inches at full leg span, a manageable size with plenty of visual presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose an enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height. 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Adults display that unmistakable deep cobalt blue across the legs, especially along the femurs, contrasted by a muted gray to earthy brown carapace (head) and abdomen, with a lean, long-legged build that matches their speed. Grab this old world tarantula for sale if you want a gorgeous, foundational species with a bit of attitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Cyriopagopus lividus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich, saturated cobalt blue across the legs that still holds up against newer blue species in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings and juveniles start off subdued and dull brown, with the deep blue coloration developing typically around 2.5 to 3 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Feeding Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e A reliable eater that ambushes prey right from the burrow entrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Classic:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the original blue tarantulas in the hobby, still a foundational species years later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Cyriopagopus lividus be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 6 inches at full leg span.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e This fossorial species needs a setup roughly 2 times the leg span in footprint, 3 times the leg span in height, with substrate about 2 times the leg span deep, roughly two thirds of the total enclosure height, for stable, deep burrows. At full adult size that works out to about 12 inches of footprint, 18 inches of height, and 12 inches of substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-75°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high. Keep the lower substrate layers slightly damp with the top allowed to dry a bit, never swampy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, or mealworms sized to about a quarter of the leg span, matching the width of the carapace (head). Feed at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast and defensive, it carries a medically significant bite typical of old world species, so this is a display only animal. We do not encourage or recommend handling with any of our tarantulas, old world species especially.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMostly Hidden:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species spends most of its time in a deep, webbed burrow, only occasionally appearing at the entrance, often at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSling Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings and juveniles start with little color and faint abdominal striping before the cobalt blue develops with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited USA","offers":[{"title":"0.5-0.75\" Spiderling","offer_id":52353451589951,"sku":"C.LIVI.0.5","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/501032445_9820176961350770_8878333411355598369_n.jpg?v=1775598408"},{"product_id":"psalmopoeus-irminia-venezuelan-suntiger-tarantula-for-sale-female-4","title":"Psalmopoeus irminia (Venezuelan Suntiger Tarantula) 0.5-0.75\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePsalmopoeus irminia (Venezuelan Suntiger Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Venezuelan Suntiger, or Psalmopoeus irminia, is a New World arboreal tarantula from Venezuela. Adults have a black coloration with stunning reflective orange highlights across the legs and body, colorful throughout its life. Even from spiderlings the species is colorful, carrying that bold black and reflective orange contrast from hatch and building into the full adult look as it grows. This species only grows to about 5 to 6 inches in diagonal leg span, with a fast growth rate, one of the fastest growing genera in the hobby. Females live about 10 years while males typically live only 2 to 3. This is a fast, alert species that keeps you on your toes rather than a calm handler's pet, and we recommend it for keepers who already have some arboreal experience. Grab this new world tarantula for sale today, offered here as a spiderling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep the Venezuelan Suntiger?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Reflective Orange Coloration + Colorful Spiderlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e A striking high contrast look that holds up from the spiderling stage through adulthood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Feeding Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast, eager, and fun to watch take down prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds dense, visible web retreats that become part of the display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Growth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the fastest growing genera in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Psalmopoeus irminia be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e This spiderling is around 0.5 to 0.75 inch now and will grow to about 5 to 6 inches in diagonal leg span as an adult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 4 by 4 by 6 inch enclosure works well here, with 0.5 to 1 inch of substrate, cork bark for climbing, and webbing anchor points. It is sized a notch ahead of the animal so it has room to grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real cork bark or wood pieces make a significant difference at this size, helping it settle in faster and giving it a natural surface to build its tube on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRehousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expect to move up to an 8 by 8 by 12 inch enclosure, then a 12 by 12 by 18 inch enclosure, each lasting roughly 6 to 8 months at this fast growth rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate humidity, 65 to 75 percent, matters less than good cross ventilation at this size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shallow water dish placed in an elevated position, refreshed weekly with a light misting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 3\/16\" cricket works well at this size, offered at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast and alert at every stage, which keeps a keeper engaged while this species grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations for Psalmopoeus irminia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species comes from Venezuela, where it lives in tropical rainforest, building silk tube retreats along vertical surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhere The Name Comes From:\u003c\/strong\u003e The reflective orange legs flashing against the black base are exactly what earned this species its Suntiger name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/strong\u003e All tarantulas at Exotics Unlimited are captive bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking for similar species?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/collections\/new-world\"\u003eNew World\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/collections\/arboreal\"\u003eArboreal\u003c\/a\u003e collections for related care profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for a Psalmopoeus irminia Venezuelan Suntiger spiderling measuring around 0.5 to 0.75 inch in diagonal leg span, which is the size given in the title, unsexed, with roughly a 50\/50 chance of male or female. The black and orange coloration is showing and keeps intensifying with every molt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for other sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e This species is also available as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/psalmopoeus-irminia-venezuelan-suntiger-tarantula-for-sale-spiderling\"\u003e0.75-1\" Spiderling\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/psalmopoeus-irminia-venezuelan-suntiger-tarantula-1-1-25\"\u003e1-1.25\" Juvenile\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/psalmopoeus-irminia-venezuelan-suntiger-tarantula-for-sale-3\"\u003e3\" Juvenile\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/psalmopoeus-irminia-venezuelan-suntiger-tarantula-for-sale-female-3\"\u003e3-3.5\" Juvenile Female\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/psalmopoeus-irminia-venezuelan-suntiger-tarantula-female\"\u003e3.5-4\" Mature Female\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited USA","offers":[{"title":"0.5-0.75\" Spiderling","offer_id":52355289612607,"sku":"P.IRMIN.0.5","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/products\/481f4e_e833463c866744b88848b7068d7c82a1_mv2.jpg?v=1682318620"},{"product_id":"avicularia-purpurea-purple-pink-toe-tarantula-for-sale-spiderling","title":"Avicularia purpurea (Purple Pink Toe Tarantula) 0.5-0.75\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvicularia purpurea (Purple Pink Toe Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Purple Pink Toe Tarantula, or Avicularia purpurea, is an arboreal tarantula from Ecuador. Adults have a very dark base color with a bright metallic purple across the legs, carapace (head) and abdomen, a purple that shows plainly without any special lighting to bring it out. Spiderlings start out a gray and black that looks like a smoked version of the traditional pink toe, and the purple begins coming in around 2 inches. The species only grows to about 5 inches in diagonal leg span, while females live about 10 to 12 years and males mature faster, typically living only 2 to 3 years. This species is also docile but fast, quicker to bolt for its retreat than to stand its ground, appealing to keepers who want serious color from an arboreal without a defensive animal. We're excited to offer this new world tarantula for sale, offered here as a spiderling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Purple Pink Toe Tarantula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright metallic purple over a very dark base, spread across the legs, carapace and abdomen, and it shows plainly without any special lighting to bring it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful Spiderlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink toe tarantula spiderlings typically arrive in a pink and black coloration. This species is the exception, coming in a gray and black that looks like a smoked version of that traditional look, and the purple starts pushing through around 2 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e An arboreal heavy webber that builds thick silk tube retreats up in the branches, and the webbing becomes as much a part of the display as the tarantula itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm and forgiving for an arboreal, quick to retreat rather than posture, which is why this one has stayed a favorite with pink toe keepers for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Favorite:\u003c\/strong\u003e A long standing pick among arboreal keepers, and the purple pinktoe tarantula is one of the first names that comes up when somebody asks where to start with this group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Avicularia purpurea be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple Pink Toe Tarantula spiderlings hatch around 0.5 to 0.75 inch and grow to about 5 inches in diagonal leg span as full adults, so every enclosure below is sized ahead of where this animal is today, not just to fit it right now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 0.5 to 0.75 inches, this arboreal tarantula cage runs 4x4x5 inches, with at least 1.5 inches of substrate and a real piece of cork bark or sterile wood to start webbing against right away. Sized a notch ahead of the animal on purpose, since a pink toe that grows into its space settles and webs faster than one that outgrows it and has to be moved again right away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real cork bark or a real piece of wood in the enclosure is not just decoration, it is one of the most important pieces of this setup. It gives the animal somewhere real to grip and start laying web right away, and with this genus in particular, that first piece of bark makes a drastic difference in how quickly a new arrival settles in and starts webbing. We have seen a real increase in early survival success tied directly to a bark based setup versus a bare enclosure, so this is one detail worth getting right from day one, not something to add later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRehousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e From here it moves up to an 8x8x10 inch enclosure, then finally a 10x10x16 inch enclosure as a full adult, with each move coming roughly 8 to 12 months apart at this genus's medium to fast growth rate, full size in about 2 to 4 years start to finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 to 85°F, the optimal range for most tropical species like this one. Cooler temperatures are survivable, but increase the odds of trouble molting and growing, so we recommend staying in this range for the best results. Most keepers do not need any extra heating to hit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high, with the substrate kept lightly moist rather than wet, and strong cross ventilation. Airflow matters more here than maximizing humidity, so skip a fully screened top, which dries an enclosure out too fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the wild, arboreal tarantulas get most of their water from rainfall, drinking droplets off leaves, webbing, and enclosure walls rather than standing water. Misting the enclosure once a week is required, not optional, since it's this species' primary water source. A shallow water dish placed up on a piece of cork rather than on the floor is still worth keeping as a backup, and keeps crickets from drowning before they get eaten, but it should never replace regular misting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prey sized around 1\/8\", the right size for a 0.5 to 0.75 inch animal, offered at least once a week. Feed on that schedule at every stage, spiderlings included, and remove anything left uneaten after a day or two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Docile but fast, quicker to bolt for its retreat than to stand its ground, and capable of jumping when startled. It tends to stay high in the enclosure and may ignore prey sitting on the ground while young, so offering food up where it is sitting works better than dropping it below. This genus is genuinely easy once one thing is right: keep the air moving with real cross ventilation, keep the substrate lightly moist rather than wet, and give it real cork bark from the sling stage. Get that airflow right and this species is straightforward to raise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Toe Spiders?:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will sometimes see these called pink toe spiders online. Tarantulas are arachnids, not spiders, and definitely not true spiders, the kind most people picture when they hear the word spider. This is one of the heavy bodied, hairy, long lived tarantulas that gets lumped in with that name anyway. If you searched for a pink toe spider and landed here, you are in exactly the right place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot Eating?\u003c\/strong\u003e If this tarantula ever skips a meal, try prekilling the prey item and placing it up high in the enclosure rather than leaving live prey to wander. Dehydration is one of the most common reasons any tarantula, arboreal species especially, will refuse food, so keeping up with misting and a full water dish is usually the fastest way to get it back on track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking for similar species?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/arboreal\"\u003eArboreal Tarantulas\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/new-world\"\u003eNew World Tarantulas\u003c\/a\u003e collections to explore related care profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions about Purple Pink Toe Tarantula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do I do when I first get my tarantula?\u003c\/strong\u003e As soon as it arrives, mist the enclosure so there is clear moisture on the webbing, substrate, or enclosure wall, and keep an eye on it until you actually see it take a drink. Shipping is dehydrating, and an arboreal especially will not settle in or start eating until it has rehydrated properly, so this is the one step worth not skipping on day one. Once you have seen it drink, let it settle in undisturbed for a few days before offering its first meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for an Avicularia purpurea Purple Pink Toe Tarantula spiderling measuring around half to three quarters of an inch (0.5 to 0.75 inches) in diagonal leg span, which is the size given in the title, unsexed, with roughly a 50\/50 chance of male or female. The smaller of the two spiderling sizes we're offering right now, and the one that buys the most runway before its first rehouse. Still in the smoked gray and black hatchling coloration, with the metallic purple this species is known for still a couple of molts away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking for a different size? Check out these other options: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avicularia-purpurea-purple-pink-toe-tarantula-0-75-1\"\u003e0.75-1\" Spiderling\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avicularia-purpurea-purple-pink-toe-tarantula-about-1\"\u003e1-1.5\" Juvenile\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited USA","offers":[{"title":"0.5-0.75\" Spiderling","offer_id":50413025755455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/A.purpurea_Large_6ecba402-08e4-411c-9087-707a2d763ce5.png?v=1765486612"},{"product_id":"avicularia-juruensis-sp-peru-purple-peru-purple-pink-toe-tarantula-for-sale-spiderling","title":"Avicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple' (Peru Purple Pink Toe Tarantula) 0.75-1\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple' (Peru Purple Pink Toe Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Peru Purple Pink Toe Tarantula, or Avicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple', is an arboreal tarantula from Peru. Adults have an iridescent purple coloration across the legs and carapace (head), finished with white tipped hairs and pink toes, and a pink coloration across the front of the abdomen. Spiderlings start out in a pink and black coloration and begin changing into that adult purple around 2.5 inches. The species grows to about 6 to 7 inches in diagonal leg span, larger than most pink toes, while females live about 10 to 12 years and males mature faster, typically living only 2 to 3 years. This Peruvian purple pink toe also stays visible near the entrance of its retreat far more than it hides, and it is an active, docile and manageable species for an arboreal. An active, visible new world tarantula for sale that rarely stays hidden, great for dedicated hobbyists, offered here as a spiderling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Peru Purple Pink Toe Tarantula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e An iridescent purple across the legs and carapace with white tipped hairs, pink toes, and a pink coloration across the front of the abdomen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful Spiderlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings start out in a pink and black coloration and begin changing into that adult purple around 2.5 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sits out near the mouth of its retreat far more than it hides, so you actually see the animal you bought instead of a web with something behind it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bark dweller that tubes off heavily against cork and keeps extending the structure as it grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive and Manageable:\u003c\/strong\u003e An active species that stays easy to work around, docile for an arboreal even when it is on the move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePopular in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e The peru purple pinktoe is fairly common and genuinely popular, a keeper favorite for that iridescent purple without having to chase something rare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Avicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple' be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peru Purple Pink Toe Tarantula spiderlings hatch around 0.5 to 0.75 inch and grow to about 6 to 7 inches in diagonal leg span as full adults, so every enclosure below is sized ahead of where this animal is today, not just to fit it right now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 0.75 to 1 inches, this arboreal tarantula cage runs 5x5x8 inches, with at least 1.5 inches of substrate and a real piece of cork bark or sterile wood to start webbing against right away. Sized a notch ahead of the animal on purpose, since a pink toe that grows into its space settles and webs faster than one that outgrows it and has to be moved again right away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real cork bark or a real piece of wood in the enclosure is not just decoration, it is one of the most important pieces of this setup. It gives the animal somewhere real to grip and start laying web right away, and with this genus in particular, that first piece of bark makes a drastic difference in how quickly a new arrival settles in and starts webbing. We have seen a real increase in early survival success tied directly to a bark based setup versus a bare enclosure, so this is one detail worth getting right from day one, not something to add later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRehousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e From here it moves up to a 10x10x14 inch enclosure, then finally a 14x14x24 inch enclosure as a full adult, with each move coming roughly 8 to 12 months apart at this genus's medium to fast growth rate, full size in about 2 to 4 years start to finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 to 85°F, the optimal range for most tropical species like this one. Cooler temperatures are survivable, but increase the odds of trouble molting and growing, so we recommend staying in this range for the best results. Most keepers do not need any extra heating to hit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high, with the substrate kept lightly moist rather than wet, and strong cross ventilation. Airflow matters more here than maximizing humidity, so skip a fully screened top, which dries an enclosure out too fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the wild, arboreal tarantulas get most of their water from rainfall, drinking droplets off leaves, webbing, and enclosure walls rather than standing water. Misting the enclosure once a week is required, not optional, since it's this species' primary water source. A shallow water dish placed up on a piece of cork rather than on the floor is still worth keeping as a backup, and keeps crickets from drowning before they get eaten, but it should never replace regular misting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prey sized around 3\/16\", the right size for a 0.75 to 1 inches animal, offered at least once a week. Feed on that schedule at every stage, spiderlings included, and remove anything left uneaten after a day or two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Docile but fast, quicker to bolt for its retreat than to stand its ground, and capable of jumping when startled. It tends to stay high in the enclosure and may ignore prey sitting on the ground while young, so offering food up where it is sitting works better than dropping it below. This genus is genuinely easy once one thing is right: keep the air moving with real cross ventilation, keep the substrate lightly moist rather than wet, and give it real cork bark from the sling stage. Get that airflow right and this species is straightforward to raise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Toe Spiders?:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will sometimes see these called pink toe spiders online. Tarantulas are arachnids, not spiders, and definitely not true spiders, the kind most people picture when they hear the word spider. This is one of the heavy bodied, hairy, long lived tarantulas that gets lumped in with that name anyway. If you searched for a pink toe spider and landed here, you are in exactly the right place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot Eating?\u003c\/strong\u003e If this tarantula ever skips a meal, try prekilling the prey item and placing it up high in the enclosure rather than leaving live prey to wander. Dehydration is one of the most common reasons any tarantula, arboreal species especially, will refuse food, so keeping up with misting and a full water dish is usually the fastest way to get it back on track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking for similar species?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/arboreal\"\u003eArboreal Tarantulas\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/new-world\"\u003eNew World Tarantulas\u003c\/a\u003e collections to explore related care profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions about Peru Purple Pink Toe Tarantula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do I do when I first get my tarantula?\u003c\/strong\u003e As soon as it arrives, mist the enclosure so there is clear moisture on the webbing, substrate, or enclosure wall, and keep an eye on it until you actually see it take a drink. Shipping is dehydrating, and an arboreal especially will not settle in or start eating until it has rehydrated properly, so this is the one step worth not skipping on day one. Once you have seen it drink, let it settle in undisturbed for a few days before offering its first meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for an Avicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple' Peru Purple Pink Toe Tarantula spiderling measuring around three quarters to one inch (0.75 to 1 inches) in diagonal leg span, which is the size given in the title, unsexed, with roughly a 50\/50 chance of male or female. Our smallest currently available size, still in the pink and black hatchling coloration before the iridescent purple starts coming in around 2.5 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking for a different size? Check out these other options: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avicularia-juruensis-sp-peru-purple-peru-purple-pink-toe-tarantula-1-1-25\"\u003e1-1.25\", Spiderling\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avicularia-juruensis-sp-peru-purple-peru-purple-pink-toe-tarantula-1-25-1-5\"\u003e1.25-1.5\", Spiderling\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avicularia-juruensis-sp-peru-purple-peru-purple-pink-toe-tarantula-male\"\u003e1.75-2\" MALE\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avicularia-juruensis-sp-peru-purple-peru-purple-pink-toe-tarantula-female\"\u003e1.75-2\" FEMALE, Juvenile Female\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited USA","offers":[{"title":"0.75-1\" Spiderling","offer_id":52352480182591,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/A._sp._peru_purple.jpg?v=1759857283"},{"product_id":"ephebopus-cyanognathus-blue-fang-tarantula-0-5-0-75-invert-invasion-event","title":"Ephebopus cyanognathus (Blue Fang Tarantula) 0.5-0.75\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEphebopus cyanognathus (Blue Fang Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is perhaps one of the prettiest spiderlings in the hobby, with bright orange legs, bright blue fangs, a shiny emerald green abdomen, and gold bands on the legs. As adults, this species develops bright purple fangs, an olive colored body, and yellow bands on the legs. Slings tend to be more arboreal, while adults shift toward a more fossorial, terrestrial lifestyle. Grab this new world tarantula for sale if you want a species that genuinely transforms as it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Ephebopus cyanognathus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright blue fangs are the signature trait at every life stage, paired with orange and emerald green as a sling and olive and yellow as an adult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrastic Color Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings show orange legs, an emerald green abdomen, and gold bands, while adults settle into an olive body with yellow bands and purple fangs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds dense burrows reinforced with silk, especially as it matures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Ephebopus cyanognathus be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 4.5 inches at full leg span.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose an enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height, with deep substrate to support burrowing as it matures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 65 to 75 degrees F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate damp but not saturated, resembling the texture and color of coffee grounds. Organic coconut fiber works well since it resists mold and holds humidity steadily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a water dish near the burrow entrance. Fossorial species benefit from ambient moisture and will use a dish placed at substrate level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, or mealworms sized to about a quarter of the leg span, matching the width of the carapace (head). 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Adult males turn bright red with bold black dots, while females vary by locality, showing anything from a solid black abdomen to a yellow-orange or deep orange ring. Spiderlings hatch out solid black, and females begin showing their adult coloration around 1 inch, about half of their 1.5 to 2 inch full size, while males stay black until they mature at their own full size of about 0.75 inch. Females live around 8 years while males live only 2 to 3. This calm, low-maintenance true spider gets everything it needs from its food and asks for almost nothing beyond feeding, making it one of the easiest invertebrates in the whole hobby to keep. Grab this true spider for sale today, not a tarantula, offered here as a spiderling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep the Mediterranean Velvet Spider?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed And Black Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adult males turn bright red with bold black dots, while females vary by locality, showing anything from a solid black abdomen to a yellow-orange or deep orange ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is one of the easiest invertebrates to keep in the hobby. It doesn't need any added moisture at any life stage, since it gets everything it needs from its food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most true spiders with this kind of build stay smaller, but this species reaches a good size for the category, about 1.5 to 2 inches for females.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Lived True Spider:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females live around 8 years, an unusually long run for a spider this size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative to Jumping Spiders:\u003c\/strong\u003e This true spider gets larger, is easier to care for, and lives far longer than a jumping spider, making it a natural next step for anyone who started with jumpers and wants more spider for the same easy care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Eresus walckenaeri be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatchlings start out tiny, at around 0.125 to 0.25 inch, and this species only grows to about 1.5 to 2 inches in diagonal leg span for females, with males topping out smaller at about 0.75 inch. Every size we carry is on the way to that full range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 2 by 2 by 3 inch enclosure works well at this size, with about 0.75 inch of substrate. Add a few sticks or twigs for the animal to anchor its web to, since this species builds its silk tube retreat off of climbing material like this rather than just flat substrate, and it is sized ahead of the animal so it has room to grow into before the next rehouse. Consider sizing up one notch for extra room if you would rather rehouse less often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRehousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e From here, plan on one more rehouse into the next size up as this species grows. Growth runs medium to slow for this family, so expect roughly a year or more between rehouses rather than a fast turnover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep this species around 75 degrees Fahrenheit for its optimal range. Room temperature works fine too, since this species tolerates a wide range without trouble, and no extra heating is usually needed to keep it comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate mostly dry. At this size the animal gets all the moisture it needs from its food, so no misting and no water dish are necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e No water dish or misting is needed at this size. This species gets its moisture from its food, and any dampness in the enclosure should dry out fully within about 24 hours rather than staying wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offer prey around 1\/16 inch, roughly a quarter of this animal's current leg span, at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species is calm by nature and one of the easiest true spiders to keep in the whole hobby, a good match for a keeper who wants an easier keeping experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations for Eresus walckenaeri?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilk Tube Retreat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like the rest of this family, this species builds a self-spun silk tube retreat, lined with webbing and camouflaged with substrate and plant material, and comes out on short hunting trips from the entrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Habitat Vial:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species ships in a small, roughly 5 gram vial, the same housing we use for animals at this size in our own facility. It's not a complete habitat kit, just a small, effective setup that means no watering is needed while it's in there, so see Enclosure above for what to grow it into from here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a dwarf species by true spider standards, and being small is a real part of the appeal here, not a downside. It gives up nothing for its size, and a small, easy-to-house true spider is exactly what a lot of keepers are looking for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm by nature. 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If it does not dry out quickly, that dampness works against the animal, so with the small ones we skip the mister and let their food do the work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow should small velvet spiders be housed?\u003c\/strong\u003e Small velvet spiders do best in smaller containers with a little ventilation, which makes it easy to check that everything dries out. As they grow and get a little larger, move them into a larger cage with more ventilation. We do not recommend putting them in a large cage until they have some size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mist a larger velvet spider?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Once a velvet spider has some size and is in a larger cage with good ventilation, you can mist it weekly. Do not let the enclosure dry out completely, and keep the airflow up so it never stays soggy. 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This one is still solid black at this size, and that is the point: females don't begin showing their own gold and adult coloration until around 1 inch, and males stay black until they mature at about 0.75 inch, so there is real color still to come no matter which sex this turns out to be.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited","offers":[{"title":"1\/8-1\/4\" Spiderling","offer_id":52403652231487,"sku":"E.WALCK.0.25","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/Eresidae.jpg?v=1770220827"},{"product_id":"grammostola-pulchripes-chaco-golden-knee-tarantula-0-5","title":"Grammostola pulchripes (Chaco Golden Knee Tarantula) 0.5-0.75\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrammostola pulchripes (Chaco Golden Knee Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrammostola pulchripes has been a hobby classic for years, likely one of the first docile species to break away from the typical browns, oranges, and reds seen in beginner-friendly tarantulas. Adults have a darker body with stunning gold striping down the legs, the detail that gives this species its iconic name. Spiderlings start out with a pinkish coloration, gain their stripes around 1 inch, and intensify as they grow. Reaching around 6 inches fully grown, this is a great docile new world tarantula for sale if you love color paired with an easygoing temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Grammostola pulchripes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A darker body set off by gold striping down the legs creates a display animal that stands out from typical earth-toned docile species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings start out pinkish, then gain their gold stripes around 1 inch and intensify as they grow into that darker adult look, a rewarding transformation to watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm and easygoing, a great pick for anyone who wants color without giving up an easy temperament.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Favorite:\u003c\/strong\u003e A long-standing classic, among the first docile species in the hobby to break from the usual brown, orange, and red color palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Grammostola pulchripes be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches around 6 inches at full leg span, one of the larger Grammostola species in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide roughly 3 to 4 times the leg span as footprint and 2 times the leg span as height. For this size, that means starting around 2.5 to 3 by 2.5 to 3 by 1.5 inches, sizing up as it grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 65 to 75 degrees F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain a moisture gradient with a slightly damp lower layer and a drier surface, similar to a morning dew cycle in the wild. Good ventilation is critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed pinhead to small crickets around a quarter inch, matched to the carapace (head). Feed at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Docile and easygoing, a great pick for keepers who want color without giving up a calm temperament.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSling Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spiderlings start out pinkish, with the signature gold striping developing around the 1 inch mark and intensifying from there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Classic:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the longest-standing, most trusted docile species in the hobby, a reliable choice for any collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions about Grammostola pulchripes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs Grammostola pulchripes a good beginner tarantula?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It is docile, easygoing, and forgiving of the small mistakes every new keeper makes, which is part of why it has been a hobby classic for so long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does the Chaco Golden Knee Tarantula get?\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults reach around 6 inches in diagonal leg span, with the gold striping fully developed by full size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo Chaco Golden Knee spiderlings already have the gold stripes?\u003c\/strong\u003e Not right away. Spiderlings start out pinkish and begin developing the signature gold striping around the 1 inch mark, intensifying from there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking for similar species?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/collections\/new-world\"\u003eNew World Tarantulas\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/collections\/terrestrial\"\u003eTerrestrial Tarantulas\u003c\/a\u003e collections to explore related care profiles and species groupings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for a Grammostola pulchripes Chaco Golden Knee Tarantula spiderling measuring around one half to three quarters of an inch (0.5-0.75\") in diagonal leg span, which is the size given in the title, unsexed with roughly a 50\/50 chance of male or female. This is right at the size the species hatches at, your cheapest way to collect this species and watch it grow up from the very start. Looking for other sizes? 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'Dominican Purple'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gorgeous purple sheen that develops in both sexes and holds up throughout the animal's life rather than fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches a genuinely large adult size, a true giant among Caribbean terrestrials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrastic Color Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings start blue and gradually shift into the signature purple coloration as they mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Grower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows quickly for a giant species, rewarding for keepers who like watching real progress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Phormictopus sp. 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This is about the size the species hatches at, which makes it your cheapest way to collect this species. The orange and black is already showing at this size, so you are not buying a plain brown sling and hoping. 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Adults are a deep, nearly solid black from legs to carapace to abdomen, the darkest and most shadowy look of the three Theraphosa species we carry. Spiderlings hatch out without any pink on the feet at all, the only one of the three that starts out this way, and simply darken further with every molt into that same near black adult look. This species only grows to about 8 to 10 inches in diagonal leg span, with a medium to slow growth rate. Like others in the genus, this species has a very long lifespan, with females reaching about 15 to 20 years while males live 4 to 5 years. This species is also remarkably hardy and forgiving to keep for its size, though it is a defensive, territorial animal, and one we recommend for keepers who want one of the true giants of the hobby. 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By sheer mass and bulk, blondi is one of the strongest contenders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e Demand for the legendary Goliath Bird Eater is so high that keeping it reliably in stock is a challenge, and blondi is the hardest of the three Theraphosa species to come by.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should the Goliath Bird Eater be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species hatches at around 1 to 1.5 inches and grows to an adult max of around 10 inches in diagonal leg span, so plan on real upsizing in its enclosure as it grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A spiderling this size does well in a 12 by 12 by 8 inch enclosure, with about 4 inches of substrate depth and a hide around 4 to 8 inches wide, sized ahead of its current size so it has room to grow into. 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This species feeds readily, and many keepers feed it more often than usual, since the extra food helps push faster growth with no downside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a defensive, territorial species that prefers to be left alone rather than handled, and a slow, calm approach during any enclosure maintenance goes a long way. 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This is about the size the species hatches at, the earliest stage we offer it in, so you get to watch it grow and darken into its full black adult coloration from the very start. It is not yet showing any of its adult build, and that is exactly the appeal of starting here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for other sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e This species is also available as a 1.5 to 2 inch Well-Started Sling, 2 inch Well-Started Sling, 2.5 inch Juvenile Female, 2.5 inch Juvenile Male, 3 to 3.5 inch Juvenile Female, 3.5 inch Juvenile, 5 to 6 inch Juvenile, or 5 to 6 inch Mature Male.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for similar species?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/theraphosa-apophysis-goliath-pinktoe-bird-eater-tarantula\"\u003eTheraphosa apophysis\u003c\/a\u003e (the Goliath PinkToe Bird Eater) and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/theraphosa-stirmi-burgundy-bird-eater-tarantula\"\u003eTheraphosa stirmi\u003c\/a\u003e (the Burgundy Bird Eater), its two closest cousins in the genus, or browse our full lineup of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/collections\/large-tarantula-species\"\u003elarge tarantula species\u003c\/a\u003e for more giants like this one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited USA","offers":[{"title":"1-1.5\" Spiderling","offer_id":52354502000959,"sku":"T.BLOND.1.5","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/T.blondi.png?v=1767920855"},{"product_id":"caribena-versicolor-antilles-pink-toe-tarantula-1-1-5","title":"Caribena versicolor (Antilles Pink Toe Tarantula) 1-1.25\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Antilles Pink Toe Tarantula, or Caribena versicolor (ex Avicularia versicolor), is an arboreal tarantula native to the island of Martinique in the eastern Caribbean. Adults have red legs, a blue to green carapace (head), and a red abdomen with purple hues showing throughout, creating a stunning and unique coloration in the tarantula world. Spiderlings hatch out a bright blue, nicknamed blueberries in the hobby, and that adult purple, red and green coloration comes in around 3 inches. The species only grows to about 5 to 6 inches in diagonal leg span, with a medium to fast growth rate. As with most pink toe tarantulas, expect females to live 10 to 15 years, while males typically live only 2 to 3. This species is fast moving but docile, rarely defensive even when startled, appealing to keepers who want serious color without an aggressive animal. 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At least 1.5 inches of substrate at every stage keeps humidity steady without turning the enclosure into a swamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real cork bark or wood pieces make a big difference for this species. They help it settle in faster and give it natural climbing surfaces and webbing anchor points at every size, spiderling included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRehousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e From here, plan on two more moves: an 8 by 8 by 12 inch enclosure, then a 12 by 12 by 18 inch enclosure as an adult. At this species' medium to fast growth rate, each enclosure typically lasts around 8 to 14 months, with full size reached in about 2 to 4 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 to 85°F, the optimal range for most tropical species like this one. Cooler temperatures are survivable, but increase the odds of trouble molting and growing, so we recommend staying in this range for the best results. Most keepers do not need any extra heating to hit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never let the substrate dry out completely. This is a tropical species and it likes things a little wetter than most terrestrials, so keep it slightly damp and top it up before it goes dry rather than after.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the wild, arboreal tarantulas get most of their water from rainfall, drinking droplets off leaves, webbing, and enclosure walls rather than standing water. Misting the enclosure once a week is required, not optional, since it's this species' primary water source. A shallow water dish placed up on a piece of cork rather than on the floor is still worth keeping as a backup, and keeps crickets from drowning before they get eaten, but it should never replace regular misting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1\/4 to 3\/8 inch cricket is the right size at this stage, offered at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species moves quickly and explores its enclosure readily, but it is docile and rarely defensive even when startled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations for Caribena versicolor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Toe Spiders?\u003c\/strong\u003e Like every tarantula, this arachnid gets called a pink toe spider in casual conversation. Tarantulas and true spiders are both arachnids, though tarantulas are the heavy bodied, long lived branch of the family, and a pink toe's habit of showing off its brightly colored feet while it walks is exactly why the nickname stuck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast But Not Aggressive:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species moves quickly and covers ground fast when it wants to, which sometimes gets mistaken for defensiveness. It is docile, and quick movement toward cover is not the same thing as an aggressive animal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/strong\u003e All tarantulas at Exotics Unlimited are captive bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot Eating?\u003c\/strong\u003e If this tarantula ever skips a meal, try prekilling the prey item and placing it up high in the enclosure rather than leaving live prey to wander. Dehydration is one of the most common reasons any tarantula, arboreal species especially, will refuse food, so keeping up with misting and a full water dish is usually the fastest way to get it back on track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking for similar species?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/arboreal\"\u003eArboreal Tarantulas\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/new-world\"\u003eNew World Tarantulas\u003c\/a\u003e collections to explore related care profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions about the Antilles Pink Toe Tarantula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do I do when I first get my tarantula?\u003c\/strong\u003e As soon as it arrives, mist the enclosure so there is clear moisture on the webbing, substrate, or enclosure wall, and keep an eye on it until you actually see it take a drink. Shipping is dehydrating, and an arboreal especially will not settle in or start eating until it has rehydrated properly, so this is the one step worth not skipping on day one. Once you have seen it drink, let it settle in undisturbed for a few days before offering its first meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for a Caribena versicolor Antilles Pink Toe Tarantula juvenile measuring around 1 to 1.5 inches in diagonal leg span, which is the size given in the title, unsexed, with roughly a 50\/50 chance of male or female. It is still in its blue sling stage, well before the color change begins around 3 inches. Looking for other sizes? 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Adults of this species feature an iconic reflective golden crown on the carapace (head) with a matte black coloration that makes the color pop. The abdomen is a bright yellow orange with unique black margins and grey legs, making this species really stand out among anything else in the hobby, and we can personally attest that photos do not do these justice, our adults are simply stunning and are super fun to watch grow. The babies of this species are just as striking, showing a smaller version of the adult look with pink legs, a golden reflective carapace, and the same pattern as the adults, which is cute to see even at this early stage. With each molt these change slightly, eventually gaining their full adult colors later in life. As one of the first groups of this species to reach the US, this is a rare opportunity to add a genuinely new world tarantula for sale to your collection before it becomes widely established in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Hapalopus planetearth?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The yellow-orange, black, and gold crowned design stands out immediately, making this one of the most unique and stunning tarantulas in the world.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eColorful Spiderlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even spiderlings pack a punch of color with stunning orange, pink, and black coloration that is like a miniature version of the adults, gradually changing as they grow.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e The added climbing activity keeps this dwarf more visible than many ground dwelling species its size.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds noticeably dense webbing and makes frequent use of climbing space in the enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGreat Feeding Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species loves to eat, just like many other tropical species in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRare in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e Among the first specimens of this newly described species to arrive in the US, a true find for collectors who like being early.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow should Hapalopus planetearth be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches around 4 inches at full leg span. A true dwarf that still brings plenty of presence to a small setup.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a terrestrial setup roughly 3 times the leg span in width and depth, and 2 times the leg span in height, with substrate at least equal to the leg span in depth. Add cork bark or branches as anchor points to support this species' climbing and webbing habits. For a half inch sling, start small, around 2 by 2 by 2 inches, and size up as it grows.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species prefers warmer temperatures from 80 to 90°F, but will be fine at 65 to 75°F. We recommend keeping them warmer if you can provide it through ambient heating, not a heat source like a heat lamp or heating pad since these dehydrate invertebrates quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate from drying out, this species does best with a bit more moisture on hand given its origins in one of the wettest regions of Ecuador. Good ventilation is critical. Cross ventilation works best, but ample top ventilation can also be effective as long as the enclosure is not over misted.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders sized to the carapace (head). Feeds aggressively and grows quickly with regular feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast and alert, quick to explore rather than stay tucked away. Can be skittish but more docile overall. Not an aggressive or defensive species, though it can startle easily.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eClimbing Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keepers have noticed this species climbing more and webbing more heavily than is typical for the genus, likely tied to the high humidity of its Yasuni National Park origins. Anchor points like cork bark help this natural behavior shine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNewly Described:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species was only recently described and is still building its footing in the hobby, making early keepers part of establishing its care standards.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis listing includes multiple size options. 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Spiderlings hatch out without any pink on the feet at all, the only one of the three that starts out this way, and simply darken further with every molt into that same near black adult look. This species only grows to about 8 to 10 inches in diagonal leg span, with a medium to slow growth rate. Like others in the genus, this species has a very long lifespan, with females reaching about 15 to 20 years while males live 4 to 5 years. This species is also remarkably hardy and forgiving to keep for its size, though it is a defensive, territorial animal, and one we recommend for keepers who want one of the true giants of the hobby. Grab this massive new world tarantula for sale today, offered here in every size we carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Theraphosa blondi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Black Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults come in an almost shadowy, near solid black, giving it a heavier, more ominous presence than either of its two cousins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful Spiderlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings hatch out without a trace of pink on the feet, the only one of the three that starts out this plain, and darken further with every molt into that same deep black look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMassive, Stout Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thicker leg joints, heavier legs, and a bulkier carapace (head) than either cousin give this species the most powerfully built frame in the genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorld's Largest Tarantulas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Theraphosa is the genus that holds the record for the largest tarantulas on earth, and hobbyists have long debated which of the three species is truly the biggest. By sheer mass and bulk, blondi is one of the strongest contenders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e Demand for the legendary Goliath Bird Eater is so high that keeping it reliably in stock is a challenge, and blondi is the hardest of the three Theraphosa species to come by.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should the Goliath Bird Eater be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species hatches at around 1 to 1.5 inches and grows to an adult max of around 10 inches in diagonal leg span, so plan on real upsizing in its enclosure as it grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each size we carry has its own enclosure guidance sized for the animal at that stage, starting at a 12 by 12 by 8 inch setup for the smallest slings and working up to a 30 by 30 by 20 inch cage for our largest sizes. Pick a size below and that page will give you the exact dimensions for the animal you are choosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e At every size, give this species a hide sized to roughly match its current leg span and keep the substrate deep enough to dig into, which helps it settle in quickly no matter which size you start with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRehousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species moves through three enclosures on its way to full size, each sized ahead of the animal, with each cage lasting around 12 to 16 months at this species' medium to slow growth rate. The size page you choose below will tell you exactly where that animal sits in that progression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. This species prefers the cooler end of that range and does best without being pushed warmer, so ordinary room temperature is perfect without any extra heating needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never let the substrate dry out completely. Keep plenty of substrate depth on hand along with a properly sized hide, and this species will settle in without any trouble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A water dish is strongly recommended. These species are moisture-dependent, especially during molting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend prey size from 1\/4 inch up to about 1 1\/2 inches depending on the size you choose, offered at least once a week. This species feeds readily at every size, and many keepers feed it more often than usual to help push faster growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a defensive, territorial species that prefers to be left alone rather than handled, and a slow, calm approach during any enclosure maintenance goes a long way. That bold attitude is part of what makes a full grown Goliath Bird Eater such an impressive animal to watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 to 1.5 inches:\u003c\/strong\u003e The size this species hatches at and the earliest stage we carry it in, a great way to watch it grow and darken into its adult look from the very start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5 to 2 inches (Spider-Mania):\u003c\/strong\u003e A well-started size offered as part of our Spider-Mania event, just past the earliest stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 inches:\u003c\/strong\u003e A well-started sling that has already cleared the most delicate early days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5 inches, confirmed female:\u003c\/strong\u003e A juvenile female, already sexed, for anyone who wants to know they are raising a female from here forward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5 inches, confirmed male:\u003c\/strong\u003e A juvenile male, already sexed, for anyone building toward an adult male specifically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 to 3.5 inches, confirmed female:\u003c\/strong\u003e A larger juvenile female with more growth already behind her.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.5 inches:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mid sized juvenile with real size on it already, offered unsexed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 to 6 inches:\u003c\/strong\u003e A substantial juvenile closing in on full size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 to 6 inches, confirmed male:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature male, ready to be a centerpiece or a breeding prospect right away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations for the Goliath Bird Eater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species comes from the rainforests of Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and northern Brazil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Compared to Its Cousins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Of the three Theraphosa species we carry, blondi has the thickest legs and leg joints and the heaviest built carapace, giving it the bulkiest look of the three.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/strong\u003e All tarantulas at Exotics Unlimited are captive bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for similar species?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/theraphosa-apophysis-goliath-pinktoe-bird-eater-tarantula\"\u003eTheraphosa apophysis\u003c\/a\u003e (the Goliath PinkToe Bird Eater) and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/theraphosa-stirmi-burgundy-bird-eater-tarantula\"\u003eTheraphosa stirmi\u003c\/a\u003e (the Burgundy Bird Eater), its two closest cousins in the genus, or browse our full lineup of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/collections\/large-tarantula-species\"\u003elarge tarantula species\u003c\/a\u003e for more giants like this one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions about Theraphosa blondi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Goliath Bird Eater a tarantula or a spider?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both, technically, though not the way most people mean it. Every tarantula is a spider, but not every spider is a tarantula, and you will see this one searched for as the goliath bird eater spider. Tarantulas are the heavy bodied, hairy, long lived branch of the family and this is one of the largest examples of it. If you searched for a goliath bird eater spider and ended up here, you are in exactly the right place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Theraphosa species is really the world's largest tarantula?\u003c\/strong\u003e It depends on how you measure it, and hobbyists have debated this for years. Theraphosa blondi, stirmi, and apophysis are all giants, and each has a claim depending on whether you go by leg span, body length, or overall mass. By sheer bulk, blondi is one of the strongest contenders of the three.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Goliath Bird Eater actually eat birds?\u003c\/strong\u003e Only very rarely, and it is not a regular part of its diet in the wild. 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A shallow water dish placed up on a piece of cork rather than on the floor is still worth keeping as a backup, and keeps crickets from drowning before they get eaten, but it should never replace regular misting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prey size scales with the animal, from pinhead sized feeders on the smallest spiderlings up to larger prey as it grows. See the size you're considering below for the exact prey measurement at that stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Docile but fast, quicker to bolt for its retreat than to stand its ground, and capable of jumping when startled. This genus is genuinely easy once one thing is right: keep the air moving with real cross ventilation, keep the substrate lightly moist rather than wet, and give it real cork bark from the sling stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Toe Spiders?:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will sometimes see these called pink toe spiders online. Tarantulas are arachnids, not spiders, and definitely not true spiders, the kind most people picture when they hear the word spider. This is one of the heavy bodied, hairy, long lived tarantulas that gets lumped in with that name anyway. If you searched for a pink toe spider and landed here, you are in exactly the right place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot Eating?\u003c\/strong\u003e If this tarantula ever skips a meal, try prekilling the prey item and placing it up high in the enclosure rather than leaving live prey to wander. 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