{"product_id":"grammostola-pulchra-brazilian-black-tarantula","title":"Grammostola pulchra (Brazilian Black Tarantula)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrammostola pulchra (Brazilian Black Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrammostola pulchra, commonly known as the Brazilian Black Tarantula, is one of the most iconic species in the hobby, especially for beginners. Adults of this species feature a stunning jet black color across the carapace (head), abdomen, and legs, making them one of the few docile jet black tarantula species. This species is also referred to as the \"Black Lab\" of tarantulas due to its extremely docile nature and slower moving demeanor. Spiderlings start with a reddish coloration and a black abdomen that turns fully jet black at around 2.5 inches. We have also observed these constantly rearranging their enclosure, carrying heavy objects and water dishes with their fangs to fit their liking, a behavior seen in other species in the genus as well. This new world tarantula for sale is great for those who want a low stress experience, well suited for avid keepers and beginners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Grammostola pulchra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stunning jet black coloration across the whole body, fully set in by around 2.5 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally docile and slow moving, often compared to the \"Black Lab\" of the tarantula world for its calm, predictable behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for staying active and rearranging its enclosure, moving objects and water dishes around to its liking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Favorite:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most popular beginner species of all time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Grammostola pulchra be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches around 5 to 6 inches at full leg span, with a heavy bodied build and slow, deliberate movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a terrestrial setup with about 3 times the leg span as floor space and 2 times the leg span as height, with substrate depth around the leg span to allow light burrowing and secure retreat use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain between 65 to 75 degrees F with stable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep moderate humidity with slightly moist substrate, allowing the top layer to dry out between mistings. Good ventilation is critical.\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 Feed crickets, roaches, or similar prey sized appropriately to the carapace (head); this species feeds steadily but may show slower feeding responses at times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely docile, rarely reactive, and one of the most forgiving species to keep and maintain.\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\u003eGreat Beginner Pick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often considered one of the best beginner tarantulas thanks to its slow movement, calm temperament, and tolerance for a wider range of conditions than more sensitive species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSling Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings start out reddish with a black abdomen, turning fully jet black at around 2.5 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Rearranging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequently rearranges substrate and moves objects, including water dishes, with its fangs. In the wild this species spends much of its time in burrows or under cover, but in captivity it tends to be more visible once established with a secure retreat.\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":"ADULT FEMALE 5.5-6\"","offer_id":44938146513215,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FEMALE 4-4.5\"","offer_id":44938146677055,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FREE WITH QUALIFYING PURCHASE OF $500","offer_id":44938146775359,"sku":"G.PULCH.0.75","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1-1.5\"","offer_id":44938210869567,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-2.5\"","offer_id":52356178968895,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"MALE 4\"","offer_id":50971798077759,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.5-0.75\"","offer_id":52213391851839,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.5-3\" FEMALE (JET BLACK ALREADY)","offer_id":52892921921855,"sku":null,"price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.75-1\"","offer_id":55051924996415,"sku":null,"price":86.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/products\/481f4e_094b74eb246d4143b3a18915890d6be2_mv2_27f1792e-e744-4332-9348-c031c6b89724.jpg?v=1682317071","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/grammostola-pulchra-brazilian-black-tarantula","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}