{"product_id":"poecilotheria-miranda-bengal-spotted-ornamental-tarantula","title":"Poecilotheria miranda (Bengal Spotted Ornamental Tarantula)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoecilotheria miranda (Bengal Spotted Ornamental Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoecilotheria miranda features large white and smaller black bands on the legs, with purple femurs and carapace (head), and that iconic \"arrowhead\" pattern indicative of ornamental, or \"Pokie,\" tarantulas. Even the anatomy is highly unique, with an elongated body, oversized toe pads, and intricate patterns that let it hide in plain sight against tree bark high in the canopy. Grab this old world tarantula for sale if you want one of the most visually distinct Pokies in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Poecilotheria miranda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large white and smaller black leg bands paired with purple femurs and carapace, plus the classic arrowhead abdominal pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A substantial arboreal species with real presence once fully grown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its elongated body and oversized toe pads make for a genuinely unique looking display animal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Poecilotheria miranda be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches roughly 7 to 8 inches at full leg span.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a tall arboreal setup at least 3 times the leg span in height and 2 times the leg span in width and depth, with vertical cork bark reaching near the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 75 to 82 degrees F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-75%, with good ventilation to prevent stagnant air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a shallow water dish placed in an elevated position if possible. This is more natural for arboreal species and helps prevent crickets from falling in and drowning.\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 Fast and 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\u003eBuilt to Blend In:\u003c\/strong\u003e The elongated body and intricate patterning let this species disappear against tree bark in the wild, a genuinely unique trait among tarantulas.\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":"1.5-2\" Juvenile","offer_id":45474922266943,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1-1.25 Spiderling","offer_id":52355322478911,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/products\/481f4e_f17e7b0ccca84835b99cc0782fb9384e_mv2.jpg?v=1687939354","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/poecilotheria-miranda-bengal-spotted-ornamental-tarantula","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}