{"product_id":"caribena-versicolor-antilles-pink-toe-tarantula-1-1-5","title":"Caribena versicolor (Antilles Pink Toe Tarantula) 1-1.5\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaribena versicolor (Antilles Pink Toe Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Antilles Pink Toe is one of the most sought after arboreals in the hobby for good reason. Native to Martinique in the Caribbean, this species goes through one of the most dramatic color changes of any tarantula, bright metallic blue as a sling, transitioning to a stunning adult with a shimmering green-gold carapace, red abdominal hairs, and classic pink toe pads. This is a new world tarantula for sale that is both beautiful to look at and rewarding to watch grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Caribena versicolor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arguably the best color transition in the hobby, bright metallic blue slings that mature into adults with a green-gold carapace, red abdomen, and pink toes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrastic Color Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shift from electric blue sling to adult is one of the most dramatic transformations in the tarantula world, almost like getting two different tarantulas in one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArboreal Heavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds thick, elaborate silk tube retreats at the top of the enclosure. Watching the webbing develop is a big part of the experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once settled, it stays visible near the entrance of its retreat and spends plenty of time out in the open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the more forgiving arboreals. Still fast and can jump when startled, but rarely defensive compared to old world species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Caribena versicolor be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches around 5 inches at full leg span, a long time favorite on the arboreal side of the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e As an arboreal species, provide an enclosure roughly 2 times the leg span as footprint and 3 times the leg span as height, with vertical cork bark and foliage to support webbing. This scales up in stages as the animal grows, starting small at the sling stage and moving into a full sized enclosure by adulthood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 75 to 85 degrees F. Normal room temperatures are generally fine, but avoid prolonged exposure below 65 degrees F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain moderate to high humidity with slightly moist substrate. 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\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a shallow water dish placed in an elevated position if possible. This is more natural for arboreal species and helps prevent crickets from falling in and drowning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders sized to about a quarter of the leg span, matching the width of the carapace (head). Feed at least once a week, with slings feeding best when prey is placed directly on the webbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Docile and one of the more forgiving arboreals in the hobby. Still fast and capable of jumping when startled, but rarely defensive, especially compared to old world species.\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\u003eReal Cork Bark Matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real cork bark or sterile wood from the sling stage helps this species settle in and web faster than any other setup we've tested. Our dry goods selection has options sized right for this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation Over Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good airflow matters more than maximizing humidity for this species. Avoid screen top enclosures and keep cross ventilation strong.\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":"","offer_id":51723792810303,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/C.versicolor6.50.55PM.jpg?v=1755029186","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/caribena-versicolor-antilles-pink-toe-tarantula-1-1-5","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}