{"product_id":"pamphobeteus-sp-mascara-mascara-birdeater-tarantula-3-5-4","title":"Pamphobeteus sp. 'Mascara' (Mascara Birdeater Tarantula) 3.5-4\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePamphobeteus sp. 'Mascara' (Mascara Birdeater Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love large, colorful tarantulas, this is a great choice. Females of this species show an orange coloration on the legs and head, while males turn a bright, striking purple. It can look like this species put on makeup, which is exactly where the name comes from. Grab this new world tarantula for sale if you want a giant with real color in both sexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Pamphobeteus sp. 'Mascara'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSexual Dimorphism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females show orange coloration on the legs and head, while mature males turn a bright, striking purple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A true giant bird eater with serious presence at maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Feeding Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong, eager feeder that puts on noticeable growth with regular feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Pamphobeteus sp. 'Mascara' be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches an estimated 8 inches at full leg span, in line with the rest of the Pamphobeteus genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species needs real room to roam, so plan for an enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height, with a roomy hide included.\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 Keep the substrate damp but not saturated, resembling the texture and color of coffee grounds. Organic coconut fiber works well since it resists mold and holds humidity steadily.\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 Skittish and fast, more likely to bolt or flick urticating hairs than stand its ground.\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\u003eName Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dark, eyeliner-like markings around the eyes are exactly what earned this species the \"Mascara\" name.\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 USA","offers":[{"title":"","offer_id":55113149055295,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/imgi_1_Pamphobeteus-sp-mascara.jpg?v=1767993537","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/pamphobeteus-sp-mascara-mascara-birdeater-tarantula-3-5-4","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}