{"title":"Rare \u0026 Collector Tarantulas","description":"Premium, unusual and sought-after tarantulas selected for experienced keepers and collectors.","products":[{"product_id":"phormingochilus-sp-akcaya-slings-fkvfv","title":"Brazilian Blue(Lasiocyano Sazimai)","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003ehe \u003cstrong data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"34\"\u003eBrazilian Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"56\"\u003eLasiocyano sazimai\u003c\/em\u003e) — a true \u003cstrong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"89\"\u003egem of a tarantula\u003c\/strong\u003e, and one of the most \u003cstrong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"135\"\u003eeye-catching species\u003c\/strong\u003e in the hobby. This New World beauty is all about that \u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"219\"\u003emetallic sapphire shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e, a mix of elegance and mystery that makes her a \u003cem data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"281\"\u003ecenterpiece\u003c\/em\u003e in any serious collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"313\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"338\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"338\"\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"374\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"357\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazilian Blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"454\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eLasiocyano sazimai\u003c\/em\u003e (formerly \u003cem data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"451\"\u003ePterinopelma sazimai\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"510\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"468\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chapada Diamantina, Bahia state, Brazil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"555\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6 inches (12–15 cm) leg span\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"573\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"571\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eFemales: 12–15 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eMales: 3–4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"708\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nervous and skittish — \u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"684\"\u003enot aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e, but quick to retreat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"728\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eColoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eDeep blue metallic legs and carapace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"810\"\u003eBlack abdomen with reddish hairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eUnder the right light? Absolutely \u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eiridescent\u003c\/strong\u003e — unreal beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"886\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"906\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eHousing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"942\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eEnclosure Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1013\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–5 inches of slightly moist coco fiber\/topsoil mix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1092\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–75% (allow one side of the enclosure to stay a bit drier)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp 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a secure hide — it’ll bring them out more often when they feel safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1455\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1476\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1531\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, mealworms, superworms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1558\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eFeeding Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eSlings: 2–3x\/week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eJuveniles: Weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eAdults: Every 10–14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1746\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eFeeding response:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate — not overly aggressive, but they'll come out and take prey with confidence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1751\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1789\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eWhy They’re a Crown Jewel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1878\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eAbsolutely breathtaking coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the few species that is \u003cem data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003etruly blue\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1939\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003eDocile and calm\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially for intermediate keepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"2008\" class=\"\"\u003eMakes an amazing \u003cstrong data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003edisplay spider\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially in natural light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2097\" class=\"\"\u003eRare and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eendemic\u003c\/strong\u003e to a specific mountainous region in Brazil — adds exotic appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2170\" class=\"\"\u003eNot super common in the hobby, but still manageable for a non-beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2175\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2198\" class=\"\"\u003e Things to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2271\" class=\"\"\u003eNot the fastest grower — \u003cstrong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003emoderate growth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e, patience pays off\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2325\" class=\"\"\u003eCan be shy — may spend time in or near their hide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2402\" class=\"\"\u003eLike many New World species, they can flick urticating hairs if stressed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2495\" class=\"\"\u003eSensitive to poor humidity or airflow — balance is key to avoid mold or dehydration issues\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tarantuladen.co.za","offers":[{"title":"Spiderlings","offer_id":50442087039269,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Juveniles","offer_id":50442090184997,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sub Adult Male","offer_id":50442203005221,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sub Adult Female","offer_id":50442203037989,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Adult Male","offer_id":50442203070757,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Adult Female","offer_id":50442203103525,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/5524\/5861\/files\/sazimaiAF.jpg?v=1745695255"},{"product_id":"brazilian-fire-red-birdeater-lasiodora-difficilis-spiderlings","title":"Brazilian Fire Red Birdeater (Lasiodora Difficilis)","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"284\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"85\" data-start=\"53\"\u003eBrazilian Fire Red Birdeater\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-end=\"109\" data-start=\"87\"\u003eLasiodora difficilis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"145\" data-start=\"116\"\u003emassive terrestrial beast\u003c\/strong\u003e with striking coloration and serious feeding responses. If you want a tarantula that makes feeding time \u003cem data-end=\"258\" data-start=\"250\"\u003ea show\u003c\/em\u003e, this is your girl. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"289\" data-start=\"286\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"314\" data-start=\"291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"314\" data-start=\"299\"\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"364\" data-start=\"317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"333\" data-start=\"317\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazilian Fire Red Birdeater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"412\" data-start=\"367\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"387\" data-start=\"367\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"410\" data-start=\"388\"\u003eLasiodora difficilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"483\" data-start=\"415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"426\" data-start=\"415\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil (Amazon Basin and surrounding rainforest regions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"497\" data-start=\"486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"495\" data-start=\"486\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"550\" data-start=\"502\"\u003eAdults reach \u003cstrong data-end=\"540\" data-start=\"515\"\u003e8–9 inches (20–23 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"579\" data-start=\"555\"\u003eBig, beefy legs and body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"597\" data-start=\"582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"595\" data-start=\"582\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"628\" data-start=\"602\"\u003eFemales:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e15–20 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"650\" data-start=\"633\"\u003eMales: ~4–6 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"727\" data-start=\"653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"669\" data-start=\"653\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally calm, but \u003cstrong data-end=\"725\" data-start=\"690\"\u003ecan be defensive when disturbed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery \u003cstrong data-end=\"756\" data-start=\"737\"\u003efood-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e — feeding time is exciting!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"804\" data-start=\"787\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"802\" data-start=\"787\"\u003eColoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"835\" data-start=\"809\"\u003eDeep brown or black body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"885\" data-start=\"840\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"859\" data-start=\"840\"\u003eFiery red hairs\u003c\/strong\u003e on the abdomen and legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"967\" data-start=\"890\"\u003eSubtle but powerful — the “fire red” shows best under natural or bright light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"972\" data-start=\"969\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"981\"\u003eHousing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1060\" data-start=\"995\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1014\" data-start=\"995\"\u003eEnclosure Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial — needs \u003cstrong data-end=\"1060\" data-start=\"1035\"\u003eplenty of floor space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1148\" data-start=\"1063\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1077\" data-start=\"1063\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 inches of coco fiber\/topsoil mix for burrowing or surface lounging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1173\" data-start=\"1151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"1151\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–75%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist lightly a few times a week and keep a water dish full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1273\" data-start=\"1239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1255\" data-start=\"1239\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–80°F (22–27°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1288\" data-start=\"1276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1286\" data-start=\"1276\"\u003eDecor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1327\" data-start=\"1293\"\u003eLarge cork bark hide or half log\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1371\" data-start=\"1332\"\u003eLeaf litter or moss for natural cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1376\"\u003eHeavy water dish (they’ll knock light ones over)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1520\" data-start=\"1428\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1443\" data-start=\"1431\"\u003ePro tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e These tanks love to bulldoze their enclosures — give them room to rearrange!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1525\" data-start=\"1522\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1546\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1607\" data-start=\"1549\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1558\" data-start=\"1549\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, dubia roaches, superworms, hornworms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1634\" data-start=\"1610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1632\" data-start=\"1610\"\u003eFeeding Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1658\" data-start=\"1639\"\u003eSlings: 2–3x\/week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1682\" data-start=\"1663\"\u003eJuveniles: Weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1754\" data-start=\"1687\"\u003eAdults: Every 10–14 days (they eat big, so you can feed less often)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1825\" data-start=\"1758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1791\" data-start=\"1761\"\u003eFeeding response is insane\u003c\/strong\u003e — be ready for ambushes and slams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1830\" data-start=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1867\" data-start=\"1839\"\u003eWhy She’s a Heavy Hitter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1923\" data-start=\"1870\"\u003eOne of the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1910\" data-start=\"1881\"\u003elargest New World species\u003c\/strong\u003e in the hobby\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1982\" data-start=\"1926\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1948\" data-start=\"1926\"\u003eStriking red hairs\u003c\/strong\u003e give her that signature fire look\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally hardy and low-maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2055\" data-start=\"2023\"\u003eSpectacular feeding behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e — they \u003cem data-end=\"2082\" data-start=\"2063\"\u003edon’t play around\u003c\/em\u003e at dinner time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat display spider, usually out and about\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"2148\" data-start=\"2145\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThings to Watch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2238\" data-start=\"2175\"\u003eWill flick urticating hairs — and they’re \u003cstrong data-end=\"2238\" data-start=\"2217\"\u003epretty irritating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2285\" data-start=\"2241\"\u003eNot handleable — very large and heavy-bodied\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2334\" data-start=\"2288\"\u003eCan kick hairs just from opening the enclosure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2417\" data-start=\"2337\"\u003eNeeds \u003cstrong data-end=\"2361\" data-start=\"2343\"\u003ea lot of space\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2386\" data-start=\"2366\"\u003esome ventilation\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep that humidity balanced\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tarantuladen.co.za","offers":[{"title":"Spiderling","offer_id":50442556014885,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/5524\/5861\/files\/PictureComingSoon_cc297828-4a26-4dc6-b4fc-49b1125fcdec.png?v=1745242448"}],"url":"https:\/\/tarantuladen.co.za\/collections\/rare-collector-tarantulas.oembed","provider":"Tarantuladen.co.za","version":"1.0","type":"link"}