{"product_id":"euathlus-manicata-black-chilean-black-flame-tarantula","title":"Euathlus manicata \"Black\" (Chilean Black Flame Tarantula)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEuathlus manicata \"Black\" (Chilean Black Flame Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Euathlus manicata \"Black\"?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep black body accented with red hairs on the abdomen, with fine striping created by hair growth direction rather than color alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm and easygoing, a great beginner species despite its striking looks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Doesn't burrow much compared to genera like Grammostola, so it tends to stay out and visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Euathlus manicata \"Black\" be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 4 inches at full leg span.\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 This species does best kept on the drier side, with a reliable water dish rather than damp substrate.\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 Calm and easygoing, a genuinely good pick for a beginner despite the striking coloration.\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\u003eHair-Formed Striping:\u003c\/strong\u003e The striping on this color form comes partly from the direction the hairs grow, not just pigment, giving it subtle texture along with color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong Lived:\u003c\/strong\u003e With proper care, this species can live for decades, making it a genuine long term companion.\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":"1-1.5\" Juvenile","offer_id":52403654623551,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.33-0.5\" Spiderling","offer_id":52265559982399,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/manicata_black_tarantula_67022609-37b5-44ef-831f-d73f30d4c9a5.jpg?v=1786478461","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/euathlus-manicata-black-chilean-black-flame-tarantula","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}