Davus sp. 'panama' (Lava Tarantula) FEMALE 1.5"

Davus sp. 'Panama' (Lava Tarantula)

This 1.5 to 2 inch Lava Tarantula is a confirmed juvenile female well into her color change, with the pink spiderling tones brightening into the vivid, glowing red that gives this species its name. She is not yet at the deeper, richer red of a full subadult or adult, but the transformation is clearly underway and easy to appreciate at this size. Getting a confirmed female this early gives keepers certainty on what they are raising toward, without waiting for full adult size. Davus sp. 'Panama' stays visually active throughout its life, and this new world tarantula for sale pairs that heavy webbing, display friendly behavior with the security of a confirmed sex.

Why do hobbyists keep Davus sp. 'Panama'?

• Drastic Color Change: Caught mid transition, with pink tones brightening into the vivid red lava look this species is known for.
• Stunning Coloration: Already a strong visual step up from the spiderling stage, with more red showing by the day.
• Heavy Webber: A confirmed heavy webber at this size, often covering much of the enclosure and creating a very active looking setup.
• Fairly Docile Temperament: Generally calm but a touch skittish, usually choosing retreat into her web over standing her ground when disturbed.
• Great Feeding Response: A strong, consistent feeder, which is a big part of how she reached this size and coloration already.

How should Davus sp. 'Panama' be kept?

• Adult Size: Reaches around 3.5 inches at full leg span, a smaller, stout bodied dwarf that still carries strong visual presence, and this female is well over halfway there.
• Enclosure: House this confirmed female in an 8 by 8 by 5 inch enclosure with about 2.5 inches of substrate for shallow burrowing and heavy webbing. This cage is sized for two thirds of adult size, giving her plenty of room to finish growing before her final home is needed.
• Rehousing: One rehouse remains. Her final home is a 12 by 12 by 8 inch adult enclosure with about 4 inches of substrate, needed around the 2.3 inch mark. This species grows quickly, often reaching full size in 1 to 2 years, so expect roughly 6 to 8 months out of this current cage before that last move.
• Temperature: Keep between 65 to 75 degrees F.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate to slightly higher humidity with good airflow, keeping the substrate slightly moist rather than letting it dry out fully. 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.
• Water: A shallow textured water dish works well, something she can grip when climbing out.
• Diet: Prey length runs about a quarter of the leg span, matching the carapace (head). At this size that is about a 3/8 to 1/2 inch cricket, dubia roach, or superworm. Feed at least once a week.
• Temperament: Calm and settled, with the same quick-to-retreat instinct typical of the species, now backed by a sturdier, more established size.

Are there any additional notes or considerations?

• Confirmed Female: Sexed female, already well into her color change and past the most delicate early stages.
• Moisture Matters: A slightly moist substrate, never wet, keeps humidity steady, supports heavy webbing, and keeps her visible in the enclosure.
• Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.

Listing Notes

• This confirmed female is well into the color change this species is known for, with the deep red adult look still to come as she finishes growing. A strong pick for keepers who want the certainty of a sexed female while still watching the last stretch of her transformation happen.