Pseudhapalopus sp. 'Colombian Purple and Gold' Tarantula 0.25-0.5" FREE AFTER $350 SPENT

Pseudhapalopus sp. 'Colombian Purple and Gold' Tarantula

Pseudhapalopus sp. 'Colombian Purple and Gold' is a small dwarf terrestrial that punches well above its size in color. The carapace (head) is a soft tan with fine hairs, giving way to steel blue legs banded in black at the joints, while the abdomen shows a rich deep blue fading into a warm golden band near the front. This is a heavy webbing, opportunistic burrower that stays visible above ground more often than many similarly sized dwarfs. Grab this new world tarantula for sale today if you want standout color in one of the smallest footprints in the hobby.

Why do hobbyists keep Pseudhapalopus sp. 'Colombian Purple and Gold'?

• Stunning Coloration: A tan carapace, steel blue banded legs, and a deep blue abdomen fading into gold make this one of the more richly colored small dwarfs in the hobby.
• Heavy Webber: Lays down noticeable webbing around its shallow burrow, adding real display value for such a small species.
• Great Display Species: Frequently seen above substrate rather than staying hidden, easy to actually watch grow.
• Great Feeding Response: A bold, consistent eater that puts on steady growth with regular feeding.

How should Pseudhapalopus sp. 'Colombian Purple and Gold' be kept?

• Adult Size: Reaches 2 to 3 inches at full leg span. A true dwarf that still brings real color and presence to a small setup.
• Enclosure: Provide a terrestrial setup roughly 3 times the leg span in width and depth, and 2 times the leg span in height, with substrate at least equal to the leg span in depth and a hide. For a smaller individual, start with a modestly sized enclosure and size up as it grows.
• Temperature: Keep between 65 and 75 degrees F.
• Humidity: Keep the substrate 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 shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.
• Diet: Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders sized to the carapace (head). A fast grower that feeds often and readily.
• Temperament: Can be quick to react given its small size, more likely to dart for its burrow than stand its ground.

Are there any additional notes or considerations?

• Surface Moisture Matters: Keeping the surface from fully drying out helps this species stay above ground and visible rather than sealing off its burrow.
• Rare in the Hobby: A genuinely uncommon Colombian locality, a great pickup for collectors who want something different from the usual dwarf lineup.
• Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.

Listing Notes

• This listing is for an unsexed Pseudhapalopus sp. 'Colombian Purple and Gold'. A great pick for keepers who want standout color packed into a small, easy to house dwarf.