{"product_id":"xenesthis-sp-light-light-beauty-bird-eater-tarantula-1-5-2","title":"Xenesthis sp. 'Light' (Light Beauty Bird Eater Tarantula) 2.5\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXenesthis sp. 'Light' (Light Beauty Bird Eater Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis very rare species of Xenesthis is perhaps one of the most colorful in the genus, showing a nearly fully covered pink carapace (head) in females and bright, nearly solid pink males. Darker abdominal hairs create a high contrast look on both sexes, a lighter overall coverage than its cousin Xenesthis sp. 'Bright.' Grab this rare new world tarantula for sale if you want a true giant with genuinely rare coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Xenesthis sp. 'Light'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSexual Dimorphism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females show a nearly fully covered pink carapace, while males run bright, nearly solid pink, both set against darker abdominal hairs for real contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A true giant within the \"bird eater\" category, with serious size and presence at maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very rare Xenesthis form, highly sought after by dedicated collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Xenesthis sp. 'Light' be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 8 inches at full leg span.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species needs real room to roam, so plan for an enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height, with a roomy hide included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep on the cooler side, between 65 to 75 degrees F. This genus can actually flick more urticating hairs when kept too warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species prefers higher humidity than many other new world terrestrials, reflecting its mountainous South American origin.\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 Generally calm but can be skittish when frightened, more likely to retreat 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\u003eGenuine Rarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is one of the more limited Xenesthis forms, prized by dedicated collectors who chase the rarer color variations in the genus.\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":"","offer_id":54343244611903,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/X_sp_light.jpg?v=1738861858","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/xenesthis-sp-light-light-beauty-bird-eater-tarantula-1-5-2","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}