{"product_id":"typhochlaena-seladonia-brazilian-jewel-tarantula","title":"Typhochlaena seladonia (Brazilian Jewel Tarantula)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyphochlaena seladonia (Brazilian Jewel Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brazilian Jewel is the pinnacle of color when it comes to tarantulas. Adults develop a dark, polished carapace (head), pale tan to cream legs covered in fine hairs, and subtle blue tones along the femurs, while the abdomen shows a vivid, high contrast pattern of metallic teal, deep black striping, and bright red near the front. This dwarf species is also one of the only tarantulas in the hobby that builds a true trapdoor, blending flush against tree bark to ambush prey, arguably the most advanced hunting tactic of any tarantula. Grab this new world tarantula for sale if you want the most visually striking species in the entire hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Typhochlaena seladonia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dark polished carapace, pale cream legs with subtle blue femurs, and an abdomen patterned in metallic teal, black, and red, one of the most intricate color combinations in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique Hunting Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds a camouflaged trapdoor flush against tree bark and ambushes prey from the entrance, a genuinely rare behavior among tarantulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm and easygoing despite its advanced, specialized lifestyle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e Still relatively new to captive breeding and considered one of the most sought-after species by collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Typhochlaena seladonia be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 2.5 to 3 inches at full leg span, a true dwarf with an outsized reputation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a tall arboreal enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height. Flat cork bark, ideally centered and not touching the sides, is essential, this species will not behave naturally without it. Drilling shallow holes into the cork for slings and adding a light dusting of fine bark or sphagnum helps it build and camouflage its trapdoor.\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 lightly damp while letting the moss or leaf litter on top run drier. Good ventilation and height are both important for this species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A small, stable water source works well, a narrow vial-style dish set into the substrate helps maintain humidity without overwhelming airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders 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 but genuinely skittish, quick to disappear into its trapdoor when it feels disturbed.\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\u003eCork Bark Is Mandatory:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species will not behave naturally without proper flat cork bark to build its trapdoor on, it is not optional setup for this species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSling Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slings begin far more muted, in soft browns and creams with faint patterning, gradually developing the full jewel-toned adult look as they mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard to Spot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the trapdoor is built, it can be genuinely difficult to find, this species is built to blend in perfectly.\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":"3\/8\"","offer_id":52353791918399,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.33-0.5\"","offer_id":47416094261567,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5\/8-3\/4\"","offer_id":45816705417535,"sku":"","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.5-0.75\"","offer_id":51096108269887,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/20230710_114814Large_b0e34057-62cf-486e-8e2c-d71207974397.jpg?v=1785781521","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/typhochlaena-seladonia-brazilian-jewel-tarantula","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}