Sericopelma sp 'Boquete' (Blue & Pink Bird-eater Tarantula)

Sericopelma sp. 'Boquete' (Blue & Pink Bird-eater Tarantula)

The Blue & Pink Bird-eater, or Sericopelma sp. 'Boquete', is a large terrestrial tarantula from the Boquete area of Panama. Both males and females have an orange base, with blue femurs on orange legs, and once males mature they turn a bright purple, pink and red. Sericopelma is a genus known for big size, a big appetite and a faster growth rate than a lot of other new world terrestrials. Grab this new world tarantula for sale today, and pick the size that fits you.

Why do hobbyists keep the Blue & Pink Bird-eater?

• Blue And Orange Coloration: Blue femurs set against orange legs and an orange body, in both sexes.
• Colorful Mature Males: Males finish in bright purple, pink and red, one of the more dramatic male color changes you will see on a terrestrial.
• Fast Grower: Sericopelma grow faster than a lot of new world terrestrials, so you reach real size sooner.
• Great Feeding Response: A strong, confident eater that makes feeding day fun to watch.
• Uncommon in the Hobby: A Panamanian locality you do not see on many stock lists.

How should Sericopelma sp. 'Boquete' be kept?

• Adult Size: Grows to about 8 inches in diagonal leg span, so plan for a large terrestrial enclosure as an adult.
• Enclosure: A terrestrial setup with more floor space than height, a few inches of substrate and a hide it can fully back into.
• Humidity: Keep the substrate lightly moist rather than wet, with good cross ventilation.
• Water: A water dish is strongly recommended. These species are moisture-dependent, especially during molting.
• Diet: Crickets or roaches about the size of the carapace (head), offered at least once a week.
• Temperament: Fast and alert. Give it a hide, use long tongs at feeding and maintenance, and it settles into a confident display animal.

Are there any additional notes or considerations for Sericopelma sp. 'Boquete'?

• Captive Bred: All tarantulas at Exotics Unlimited are captive bred.
• Photos: The first photo is a mature male and the second is a female. Photo credit to the rightful owner. Please contact us for credit or removal.