{"product_id":"vitalius-ex-nhandu-chromatus-brazilian-red-white-tarantula","title":"Vitalius (Ex. Nhandu) chromatus (Brazilian Red \u0026 White Tarantula)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitalius chromatus (Brazilian Red \u0026amp; White Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brazilian Red and White Tarantula is a bold, heavy bodied terrestrial that commands attention the moment it settles into an enclosure. Black legs are broken up by bold white banding, set against a pale, bone colored carapace (head) and a deep red abdomen covered in urticating hairs, a combination that only gets sharper right after a fresh molt. This is a striking new world tarantula for sale for keepers who want real presence in their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Vitalius chromatus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold white banding across black legs, a pale carapace, and a deep red abdomen make this one of the most visually dramatic terrestrials in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A solidly sized terrestrial with real physical presence, especially once females reach full maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Display Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active and often out in the open rather than tucked away, giving keepers plenty of opportunity to actually watch it move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Feeding Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the boldest feeding responses in the hobby, eagerly pouncing on prey in a way that makes feeding time genuinely entertaining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Vitalius chromatus be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 6 to 7 inches at full leg span, a solidly built medium to large terrestrial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a terrestrial setup roughly 3 times the leg span in width and depth, and 2 times the leg span in height, with deep substrate to support its burrowing tendencies and a hide included. At full adult size that works out to roughly 20 inches of footprint and about 14 inches of height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-75°F, normal room temperature works well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate lightly moist with good ventilation, this species does best with reliable access to some moisture without the enclosure staying overly wet.\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, and similar feeders sized to about a quarter of the leg span, matching the width of the carapace (head). An enthusiastic feeder with a strong, fast response to prey. Feed at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast and confident, quick to explore its enclosure rather than stay hidden. It carries urticating hairs as a defense and prefers to be observed rather than handled, a true display species through and through.\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\u003eFresh Molt Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e The contrast between the white banding and red abdomen is at its sharpest right after a molt, gradually softening a bit as the new exoskeleton ages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Substrate Helps:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species appreciates room to dig, so err on the deeper side with substrate to let it express natural burrowing behavior.\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\" Spiderling","offer_id":44938157457727,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.5-0.75\" Spiderling  FREE WITH QUALIFYING PURCHASE OF $150","offer_id":50562859073855,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-2.5\" FEMALE Juvenile","offer_id":53525821587775,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.5-2\" FEMALE Juvenile","offer_id":54055184859455,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5-2\" MALE Juvenile","offer_id":52868249878847,"sku":"V.CHROM.2M","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/imgi_1_Nchandu-chromatus.jpg?v=1771878455","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/vitalius-ex-nhandu-chromatus-brazilian-red-white-tarantula","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}