{"product_id":"cyriocosmus-elegans-trinidad-dwarf-tiger-tarantula","title":"Cyriocosmus elegans (Trinidad Dwarf Tiger Tarantula)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCyriocosmus elegans (Trinidad Dwarf Tiger Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Trinidad Dwarf Tiger has been a favorite of hobbyists for years thanks to its striking body coloration and heart shaped marking on the abdomen. Both males and females show a bright orange and black carapace (head), black and white legs, and a bronze heart on the abdomen, coloration that shows up even while they're small. Grab this new world tarantula for sale if you want a true dwarf with real presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Cyriocosmus elegans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright orange and black carapace, black and white legs, and a bronze heart marking on the abdomen make this one of the most recognizable dwarf tarantulas in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful Spiderlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings grow fast and show off their coloration even while still small.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds noticeable webbing for a species of its size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Cyriocosmus elegans be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 2 inches at full leg span, a true dwarf species.\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 a hide included for security.\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 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 Docile but fast, quick to retreat rather than stand its ground.\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\u003eBig Color, Small Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite its tiny size, this species carries real visual presence thanks to its bold coloration.\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":"0.25\" Spiderling FREE WITH QUALIFYING PURCHASE OF $200","offer_id":44938234331455,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.25\" Spiderling","offer_id":52353449132351,"sku":"C.ELEGAN.0.25","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Immature Male","offer_id":52886742925631,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1-1.5\" ADULT FEMALE","offer_id":52892885483839,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/celegans_02012069-f0d6-4c50-8bb6-f4e2a2887a26.png?v=1786941562","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/cyriocosmus-elegans-trinidad-dwarf-tiger-tarantula","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}