{"product_id":"tapinauchenius-plumipes-purple-tree-spider-0-5-0-75","title":"Tapinauchenius plumipes (Purple Tree Spider) 0.5-0.75\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTapinauchenius plumipes (Purple Tree Spider)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis arboreal species from Brazil and French Guiana carries the classic velvety purple sheen the Tapinauchenius genus is known for. Fast, alert, and quick on the move, this is a striking display species for keepers who appreciate speed and color over a calm, handleable temperament. Grab this new world tarantula for sale if you want a genuine purple showstopper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Tapinauchenius plumipes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A velvety, metallic purple sheen typical of the Tapinauchenius genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Grower:\u003c\/strong\u003e An excellent growth rate typical of the genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once settled in, this species spends plenty of time out in the open on display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Tapinauchenius plumipes be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 4 to 5 inches at full leg span.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a tall arboreal setup with height taking priority over floor space, vertical cork bark, and strong ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-80°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-85%. Key to this genus is not letting the enclosure dry out too much.\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 Aggressive and fast, extremely skittish and defensive, this is a display only species not recommended for inexperienced keepers.\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\u003eNot a Handling Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e This genus is known for speed and a defensive temperament, best appreciated purely as a display animal.\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":"0.5-0.75\" Spiderling","offer_id":55246837547327,"sku":"T.PLUM.0.5","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/481f4e_86c962d135bd46b5acd345a8f6bd500c_mv2.jpg?v=1772420980","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/tapinauchenius-plumipes-purple-tree-spider-0-5-0-75","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}