Euathlus manicata "Black" (Chilean Black Flame Tarantula)
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Euathlus manicata "Black" (Chilean Black Flame Tarantula)
The Chilean Black Flame is a striking color form of Euathlus manicata, showing a deep black body with red hairs highlighting the abdomen. Look closely and you'll notice striping on the sides formed by the direction the hairs grow, not just coloration alone, along with additional striping across the abdomen itself. This is a docile new world tarantula for sale from one of Chile's most reliably calm genera.
Why do hobbyists keep Euathlus manicata "Black"?
- Stunning Coloration: A deep black body accented with red hairs on the abdomen, with fine striping created by hair growth direction rather than color alone.
- Docile Temperament: Calm and easygoing, a great beginner species despite its striking looks.
- Great Display Species: Doesn't burrow much compared to genera like Grammostola, so it tends to stay out and visible.
How should Euathlus manicata "Black" be kept?
- Adult Size: Reaches about 4 inches at full leg span.
- Enclosure: Choose an enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height, with a hide included for security.
- Temperature: Keep between 65 to 75 degrees F.
- Humidity: This species does best kept on the drier side, with a reliable water dish rather than damp substrate.
- Water: A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.
- Diet: 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.
- Temperament: Calm and easygoing, a genuinely good pick for a beginner despite the striking coloration.
Are there any additional notes or considerations?
- Hair-Formed Striping: The striping on this color form comes partly from the direction the hairs grow, not just pigment, giving it subtle texture along with color.
- Long Lived: With proper care, this species can live for decades, making it a genuine long term companion.
- Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.
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