{"product_id":"grammostola-pulchra-s","title":"Brazilian Black Tarantula (S) | Grammostola pulchra","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Brazilian Black Tarantula develops velvety black colouring and a robust body. Adult leg span is commonly around 15–18 cm. Its slow growth and potentially long female lifespan make it a substantial long-term commitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSouthern Brazil. This is a terrestrial tarantula; young animals often excavate a burrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHousing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep singly in a low, secure enclosure. For an adult, our recommended starting footprint is approximately 40 × 30 cm with 10–15 cm of compacted, burrowable substrate and a cork hide. Keep the gap from substrate to lid short, ideally no more than about one leg span. Hard objects beneath a climbing heavy-bodied spider increase the danger of a fall. Use a smaller container for the current small specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Moisture\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAim for 20–24°C. Larger specimens usually suit mostly dry substrate, a permanent water dish and a small damp corner. Spiderlings need a little more retained moisture low in the substrate, never wet sludge. Avoid direct heat beneath a burrowing enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer small crickets or roach nymphs to young spiders roughly once or twice weekly; adults often need a modest meal only every 1–2 weeks or less. Adjust to body condition. This slow-growing species may fast for extended periods; a well-rounded abdomen and available water are more useful checks than insisting on a fixed meal schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOften comparatively calm, but temperament is individual and handling risks abdominal injury. Do not uncover a sealed burrow or repeatedly offer prey to a fasting spider. Remove uneaten live prey within 24 hours and immediately if moulting is suspected. Do not disturb a spider on its back or open a sealed retreat. After a moult, wait until the fangs are dark and fully hardened before feeding; this takes longer in larger spiders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStock Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal label S retained. This listing does not guarantee sex or precise size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlease note\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Animals Are Click and Collect Only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Order online for collection at Newlands Home \u0026amp; Garden Centre, Clondalkin. We do not ship live animals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Well Fed Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55250286477639,"sku":"1142005","price":80.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/BrazilianBlackTarantula_S__Grammostolapulchra.png?v=1790973901","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/grammostola-pulchra-s","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}