{"product_id":"poecilotheria-smithi-m","title":"Yellow-Backed Ornamental Tarantula | Poecilotheria smithi (M)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow-Backed Ornamental Tarantula | Poecilotheria smithi (M)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialist live invertebrate for keepers who can provide stable, species-appropriate conditions. The care information below is intended as a practical husbandry guide for the animal sold under this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sri Lanka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e arboreal forest; tree hollows and bark crevices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 6–7 cm body length with a leg span often 15–18 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females commonly 12–15+ years; males much shorter-lived\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtremely fast arboreal Old World species with medically significant venom potential. Never handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adult: tall enclosure around 30 × 30 × 45 cm or larger\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–80%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8 cm of moisture-retentive substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDécor \u0026amp; hides:\u003c\/strong\u003e vertical cork tubes, bark slabs and foliage; secure climbing structure is essential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches and locusts; prey can be offered on vertical surfaces or near the retreat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh water dish and light periodic misting; do not keep stagnant or saturated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecure enclosure and careful rehousing technique are essential. Provide vertical retreats before introducing the spider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep singly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare requirements can vary with age, size, sex and individual behaviour. Monitor the animal and enclosure closely and adjust husbandry where required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Animals Are Click and Collect Only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note that we do not ship live animals. You can order online and collect in store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Pet Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55170245558599,"sku":"1141735","price":69.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/poecilotheria-smithi-1.jpg?v=1790510262","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/poecilotheria-smithi-m","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}