{"product_id":"abdomegaphobema-ex-megaphobema-mesomelas-costa-rican-red-leg-tarantula-0-75-1-copy","title":"Abdomegaphobema (ex Megaphobema) mesomelas (Costa Rican Red Leg Tarantula) 0.75-1\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbdomegaphobema (ex Megaphobema) mesomelas (Costa Rican Red Leg Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species develops into a deep black adult with bold red to orange leg banding that stands out more sharply than similar species. Generally docile and slow-moving, it makes a manageable species compared to more reactive new world tarantulas. Grab this hardy new world tarantula for sale if you want striking color paired with genuinely easy care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Abdomegaphobema mesomelas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep black adult body with bold red to orange leg banding, sharper and more defined than similar species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm and slow-moving, a manageable species compared to more reactive new world terrestrials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Feeding Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e A consistent feeder with predictable habits, centered mostly around feeding and occasional repositioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Abdomegaphobema mesomelas be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches a maximum leg span of around 5 to 6 inches, with a stout build and steady, deliberate movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a terrestrial setup with about 3 times the leg span as floor space and 2 times the leg span as height, with substrate depth around the leg span to allow for natural retreat use and light burrowing.\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 Moderate, keeping the substrate lightly damp without letting it fully dry out.\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 Generally docile and slow-moving, relying more on burrows and ground retreats than visible web structures, and quick to retreat rather than react.\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\u003eMinimal Webbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species relies more on burrows and ground retreats than visible silk structures, so don't expect heavy webbing.\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","offers":[{"title":"","offer_id":54244914725183,"sku":null,"price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/M._mesomelas_Large_1f90f770-d436-49df-9377-abb24ab7877f.png?v=1765483921","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/abdomegaphobema-ex-megaphobema-mesomelas-costa-rican-red-leg-tarantula-0-75-1-copy","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}