{"product_id":"davus-sp-panama-lava-tarantula","title":"Davus sp. 'panama' (Lava Tarantula)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavus sp. 'Panama' (Lava Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lava Tarantula is a compact dwarf terrestrial from Panama with color that shows early and stays interesting through every stage of growth. As a spiderling, it already carries a clear pink and black version of the adult pattern, with pink legs and darker markings across the abdomen. In the juvenile stage, that pink brightens and begins shifting into a more vivid red, giving the species the glowing look that inspired the lava name. By the subadult stage the contrast deepens further, and adults settle into a rich red abdomen with darker patterning set against darker legs and a darker carapace (head). It is a stout, ground dwelling new world tarantula with heavy webbing behavior, and it tends to stay visually active throughout its life rather than disappearing for long stretches unless conditions become too dry. Grab one of the most popular new world tarantulas for sale in the hobby today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Davus sp. 'Panama'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows strong coloration at every life stage, from a pink and black sling to a rich red adult, rather than a dull early appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrastic Color Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pink to red transition is one of the main draws, especially in the juvenile stage when the color can look especially bright and intense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically a heavy webber, often covering much of the enclosure and creating a very active looking setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFairly Docile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally calm but can be a bit skittish, usually choosing retreat over standing its ground when disturbed. A touch faster moving than some other new world terrestrials of similar size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Feeding Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually shows a solid feeding response and steady, noticeable growth when kept consistently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Davus sp. 'Panama' be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches around 3.5 inches at full leg span. A smaller, stout bodied dwarf that still carries strong visual presence.\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 close to the leg span in depth so it can web heavily and make shallow burrows. Scale this up gradually as it grows from sling to adult.\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 Maintain moderate to slightly higher humidity with good airflow, and keep the substrate slightly moist rather than letting it dry out fully.\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 prey sized appropriately to the carapace (head), fed regularly to support steady growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally calm, though quick to retreat into its webbing or burrow when disturbed.\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\u003eMoisture Matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeping the substrate slightly moist, without making it wet, helps preserve humidity, encourages regular webbing, and usually keeps the spider out in view more often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSling Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spiderlings are the most sensitive to inconsistent moisture levels, so keeping conditions steady from the start sets this species up for success.\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":"FEMALE 1.5\"","offer_id":44938238329151,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.33-0.5\"","offer_id":52891248689471,"sku":"D.PANA.0.33","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"FREE WITH QUALIFYING PURCHASE OF %750","offer_id":49566070309183,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.5-0.75\"","offer_id":55052733317439,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.75-1\"","offer_id":55052754387263,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/481f4e_7f9bfe4533bd473198d0e8c8f3c97a87_mv2_245b7d0c-2d60-462f-827b-3ff2bf4221a1_3.jpg?v=1785877935","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/davus-sp-panama-lava-tarantula","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}