Grammostola iheringi (Entre Rios Tarantula)

Grammostola iheringi (Entre Rios Tarantula)

Grammostola iheringi is a striking South American species that pairs a shiny black coat with a bold red abdomen, a look it holds from the sling stage all the way to adulthood. Debated as one of the largest species in the Grammostola genus, this one grows to around 7 inches without ever losing its signature contrast through a single molt. Grab this rare docile new world tarantula for sale before it's gone, since it never lasts long when it's in stock.

Why do hobbyists keep Grammostola iheringi?

• Stunning Coloration: A shiny black body paired with a bold red abdomen creates a striking contrast that holds steady through every molt, from sling to adult.
• Colorful Spiderlings: Even fresh spiderlings show off the same black and red coloration, which only intensifies with each molt.
• Large Size: Debated as the largest species in the Grammostola genus, reaching around 7 inches at full leg span.
• Docile Temperament: Calm and easygoing for a species of its size, an engaging animal to keep on display.
• Rare in the Hobby: Rarely available and quick to sell out whenever it is in stock.

How should Grammostola iheringi be kept?

• Adult Size: Reaches around 7 inches at full leg span, debated as the largest species in the genus.
• Enclosure: Provide roughly 3 to 4 times the leg span as footprint, 2 times the leg span as height, with substrate at least 1 times the leg span deep and a hide 1 to 2 times the leg span wide. For a one-inch sling, that means starting around 3 to 4 by 3 to 4 by 2 inches, sizing up as it grows.
• Temperature: Keep between 65 to 75 degrees F.
• Humidity: Keep the soil 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.
• Water: A water dish is strongly recommended. This species is moisture-dependent, especially during molting.
• Diet: Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders sized to the carapace (head). Fast growers, feed regularly.
• Temperament: Docile and calm to keep, more laid back than most large South American terrestrials of similar size.

Are there any additional notes or considerations?

• Consistent Coloration: Unlike species that change dramatically with age, iheringi hatches out black and red and holds that same striking look through every molt into adulthood.
• Genus Giant: Debated as the largest species in the Grammostola genus, a true standout for size within the group.
• Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.

Listing Notes

• This listing includes multiple size options. Animals are unsexed, there is approximately a 50/50 chance of male or female on most species.