"Burgundy Goliath Birdeaters" - RAIN FOREST MONSTERS!
There is much debate about the true identity of these monsters. Here is what's known:
• Spiderlings have light pinkish-white "feet" until they are large juveniles similar to T. apophysis, but more whitish in coloration.
• Mature males, like T. blondi lack tibial apophyses, or mating spurs under legs 1.
• Overall, post-molt coloration is rich, burgundy-brown.
• They are amongst the largest tarantulas in the world being very heavy-bodied and capable of 11.5"+ leg spans and six body ounces.
• Spiderlings come out at 1st instar large 1"-1.5" and grow fast achieving 4"-6" leg spans the first year of growth.
• They originate from Guyana. They are a rain forest species needing a large tank, deep substrate, warm temp. and high humidity with shallow, but wide water dish. Do not free-handle due to their highly irritating abdominal hairs and aggressive deposition.
Some think this is a third species of Theraphosa. Others believe its a natural hybrid of T. blondi and T. apophysis. One taxonomist believes they are a totally different genus. If that proves true, the real I.D. is going to be stunning to many hobbyists.
It is not easy to distinguish the wild-caught T. blondi and this species, but one thing for sure is the spiderlings give away the fact they are different. See pics at:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/1473428...7622908515437/
We initially was going to sell these for a little more than regular T. blondi spiderlings based on a previous commercial offering last year, but many are still debating the I.D. on these, so until the official taxonomic word on these is published, pricing will be same as the T. blondi.
CB unsexed 1"-1.5" spiderlings, $55
As of 2/5/10, ONLY FIVE are left! Get your order in today!
Email for a complete price list and/or to order to:
tarantulaspiders@verizon.net
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