{"product_id":"davus-sp-chiapas-dwarf-crowned-tiger-tarantula-very-rare-usa-first-captive-breeding","title":"Davus sp. 'Chiapas' (Dwarf Crowned Tiger Tarantula) *VERY RARE* USA FIRST CAPTIVE BREEDING","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavus sp. 'Chiapas' (Dwarf Crowned Tiger Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavus sp. 'Chiapas', known as the Dwarf Crowned Tiger, brings serious pattern to a small footprint. The abdomen shows bold orange and black tiger striping, while the carapace (head) carries a tan and olive starburst crown against a dark base, with legs in a matching tan olive brown. This is a heavy webbing, opportunistic burrower that spends plenty of time visible above ground rather than staying buried. Grab this new world tarantula for sale today if you want a small species with genuinely bold pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Davus sp. 'Chiapas'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold Patterning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange and black tiger striping on the abdomen paired with a tan and olive starburst crown on the carapace makes this one of the more visually distinct small terrestrials around.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lays down noticeable webbing around its shallow burrow, adding real display value for such a small species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequently seen above substrate rather than staying hidden, easy to actually watch grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Feeding Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bold, consistent eater that puts on steady growth with regular feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Davus sp. 'Chiapas' be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches 2 to 5 inches at full leg span. A compact species that still brings real pattern and presence to a small setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\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 and a hide. For a smaller individual, start with a modestly sized enclosure and size up as it grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 65 and 75 degrees F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate from drying out completely. 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 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, and similar feeders sized to the carapace (head). A fast grower that feeds often and readily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be quick to react given its small size, more likely to dart for its burrow 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\u003eSurface Moisture Matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeping the surface from fully drying out helps this species stay above ground and visible rather than sealing off its burrow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e A less commonly available Davus locality, a great pickup for collectors who want something different from the usual lineup.\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\n\u003ch3\u003eListing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for an unsexed Davus sp. 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