{"product_id":"thrixopelma-sp-andes-fire-tarantula-0-5-0-75-first-time-in-usa","title":"Thrixopelma sp 'Andes Fire' Tarantula 0.5-0.75\" *FIRST TIME IN USA*","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrixopelma sp. 'Andes Fire'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning South American species features a dark body and legs with orange highlights on the legs and a bright orange abdomen. Expect a mid sized tarantula with a docile nature, first introduced to the USA hobby with this species. Grab this new world tarantula for sale if you want a genuinely new arrival with real color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Thrixopelma sp. 'Andes Fire'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dark body and legs set off by orange highlights and a bright orange abdomen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm and manageable, consistent with the rest of the Thrixopelma genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e A genuine first-time arrival to the US hobby, making it a real find for collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Thrixopelma sp. 'Andes Fire' be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 5 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 a hide included for security.\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 Docile and manageable, a comfortable species to keep and observe.\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\u003eGenuine Novelty:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species only recently made its way into the US hobby, a real find for collectors who like being early.\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":"0.5-0.75\"","offer_id":55230995693887,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/WhatsAppImage2025-09-30at17.40.21_1.jpg?v=1759866620","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/thrixopelma-sp-andes-fire-tarantula-0-5-0-75-first-time-in-usa","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}