Sunday, February 10, 2013

Haplopelma lividum (Cobalt Blue tarantula)


Known as the Cobalt Blue Tarantula, or more realistically a pet hole, this species tends to spend much of its time underground in self built burrows This 2.5 inch bodied tarantula with a leg span of 4-5 inches has to be one of the most beautiful, yet aggressive species of tarantula. While spiderlings, their overall color is a greyish blue. Adults on the other hand look dark brown-black at first glance. With the correct lighting you will see the legs have lovely blue sheen and the coxae is sliver. The males tend to be smaller and more brownish in color. Immature specimens are less blue and the abdomen is lighter in color.

Tarantula Information
Regions Found:Myanmar/Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
Class:Terrestrial
Longevity:Fast grower, --
Adult Size:4.5-5inches+
Temperament:Very defensive and sometimes Aggressive
Urticating Hairs:no
Venom Potency:Strong venom
Haplopelma lividum Housing Requirements
Tarantula Housing:Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required, maybe a few in strategic places.
Temperature:28-32°C
Humidity:75%
Special Requirements:Humidity needs to be increased near a moult to prevent problems
Haplopelma lividum Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects

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