{"product_id":"phormingochilus-hatihati-ex-cyriopagopus-purple-earth-tiger-tarantula-0-5","title":"Phormingochilus hatihati (Ex. Cyriopagopus) (Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula) 0.5\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhormingochilus hatihati (Purple Earth Tiger Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis amazing Asian arboreal is a hobby classic. With a gorgeous beige carapace (head) and purple body, this stunning and affordable species is a great addition for anyone who loves high contrast. Often called an \"earth tiger\" due to the tiger striping on its abdomen, this species will readily dig out tree hollows for shelter, and in captivity that can translate to burrowing if adequate arboreal hides aren't present. Grab this old world tarantula for sale today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Phormingochilus hatihati?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A beige carapace paired with a deep purple body and tiger striping across the abdomen, a classic \"earth tiger\" look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Webber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds substantial silk retreats, especially when given proper vertical cork bark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Favorite:\u003c\/strong\u003e An affordable, widely loved species among old world arboreal collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Phormingochilus hatihati be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 6 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 vertical cork bark and a proper arboreal hide. Without adequate hides, this species may burrow into the substrate instead.\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 Defensive, it carries a medically significant bite typical of old world species, so this is a display only animal. We do not encourage or recommend handling with any of our tarantulas, old world species especially.\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\u003eGive It Proper Hides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Providing enough arboreal hides prevents this species from resorting to burrowing in the substrate instead.\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":55123841909055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/products\/481f4e_cefff7f556ea46eeb4aa685c6acb742c_mv2_81f539c5-2a46-4b6a-9907-60fba03b7618.jpg?v=1682318952","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/phormingochilus-hatihati-ex-cyriopagopus-purple-earth-tiger-tarantula-0-5","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}