{"product_id":"tliltocatl-epicureanus-yucatan-rust-rump-tarantula-1-5","title":"Tliltocatl  epicureanus (Yucatan Rust-rump Tarantula) 1.5\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTliltocatl epicureanus (Yucatan Rust-rump Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yucatan Rust-rump is a captivating species native to the dry forests of the Yucatan. This tarantula is characterized by its darker body and legs contrasted against a vibrant rust-orange abdomen. Like most of its Tliltocatl relatives, this species carries a docile temperament, making it an ideal choice for both beginner keepers and experienced collectors. Grab this hardy new world tarantula for sale, a genuine beginner favorite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Tliltocatl epicureanus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A darker body and legs contrasted against a vibrant rust-orange abdomen, a classic earthy Tliltocatl look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm and easygoing, an ideal choice for beginner keepers and experienced collectors alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e An opportunistic burrower that tends to stay out in the open more than in its hide once it reaches a few inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong Lived:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females can live 30 or more years with proper care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Tliltocatl epicureanus 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 at least 3 inches of substrate for occasional burrowing and a hide included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 75 to 80 degrees F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-70%.\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). A good eater. Feed at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Docile, though a bit skittish, more likely to flee or flick urticating hairs than stand its ground.\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\u003eSlow Grower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females take about 10 years to reach maturity, so treat this one as a genuine long term project.\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":"1.5\" Juvenile","offer_id":55174764626239,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/Brachypelma.epicureanum_1.jpg?v=1751475997","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/tliltocatl-epicureanus-yucatan-rust-rump-tarantula-1-5","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}