{"product_id":"caribena-laeta-puerto-rican-pink-toe-tarantula-0-75-1","title":"Caribena laeta (Puerto Rican Pink Toe Tarantula) 0.75-1\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaribena laeta (Puerto Rican Pink Toe Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaribena laeta is an underrated arboreal species from Puerto Rico, known for metallic blue sling coloration, heavy webbing, and a very docile disposition. As younger specimens, they can show that bright metallic blue look that draws many keepers to the Caribena genus, while adults settle into the more subdued bronze coloration that gives this species its own distinct identity. Grab this New World tarantula for sale today if you want a classic pink toe species with bright blue babies and a more unusual island locality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Caribena laeta?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Progression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Babies start out bright metallic blue, while adults mature into a more understated bronze coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWebbing Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species is a heavy webber and often builds thick retreats in the upper enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once secure, it can stay visible and rewarding to observe in a proper arboreal setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually very docile, though still quick and capable of sudden movement like many arboreals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should Caribena laeta be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arboreal setup with roughly 2x the leg span as the footprint and 3x the leg span as the height, with vertical cork bark, foliage, and multiple anchor points for webbing.\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 humidity with slightly moist substrate and strong cross ventilation. Avoid stagnant or constantly wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed crickets, roaches, or similar prey no larger than the length of the tarantula’s carapace (head). For younger specimens, placing prey directly onto the webbing often improves feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically very docile, but still fast-moving and capable of jumping when startled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYounger Specimens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller individuals usually do best in tighter setups where they can establish webbing quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species benefits from strong airflow alongside humidity, and stale conditions are usually a bigger issue than slightly drier ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vertical cork bark and well-placed anchor points usually improve both security and visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis listing includes multiple size options.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited USA","offers":[{"title":"0.75-1\" Juvenile","offer_id":54386483069247,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/Avicularia-laeta-925x1024.jpg?v=1778009750","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/caribena-laeta-puerto-rican-pink-toe-tarantula-0-75-1","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}