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So if you are new to the hobby better consider my top 10 list. before i made this list, what i considered is their Looks, Temperament, size and their Price.

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

Friday, February 8, 2013

Selenobrachys philippinus (Philippine Orange Tarantula)

Selenobrachys philipinus or the Philippine Orange Tarantula, this specie is only found on Panay and Negros Island., this is the most beautiful tarantula that can be found at Philippines, this specie is known to be a burrower.

Tarantula Information
Regions Found: Panay, Negros Oriental, Philippines
Class:Old world
Longevity:Fast Grower, 2-4years
Adult Size:5-6inches
Temperament:Very Defensive
Urticating Hairs:No.
Venom Potency:Same as a bee sting
Selenobrachys philippinus Housing Requirements
Tarantula Housing:Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required.
Temperature:24-28°C
Humidity:High
Special Requirements:Slightly damp Substrate
Selenobrachys philippinus Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects

Ceratogyrus Marshalli (Straight Horned Baboon Tarantula)



Known as the Straight Horned Baboon Tarantula, are great species of tarantula having a horn on its carapace just like Ceratogyrus Darlingi only its horn is straight unlock the darlingi. They are generally an all over brown colour and are known to be aggressive. Respect your tarantulas specially the aggressive ones so that you wont be bitten.

Tarantula Information
Regions Found: Mozambique and Zimbabwe (East Africa)
Class:Terrestrial Likes to burrow
Longevity:Fast Grower, 2-4years
Adult Size:4-5inches
Temperament:Aggressive Defensive
Urticating Hairs:No.
Venom Potency:More Toxic than most tarantula (Be Carefull)
Ceratogyrus Marshalli Housing Requirements
Tarantula Housing:Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required.
Temperature:24-28°C
Humidity:About 75%
Special Requirements:No special requirements.
Ceratogyrus Marshalli Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects


Ceratogyrus darlingi (African Rear horned baboon)

Known as the Horned Baboon Tarantula, are great species of tarantula having a horn like bulge on its carapace just like other "Ceratogyrus" tarantulas Like the Ceratogyrus Marshalli. They are generally an all over brown colour and are known to be aggressive. Respect your tarantulas specially the aggressive ones so that you wont be bitten.

Tarantula Information
Regions Found: Mozambique and Zimbabwe (East Africa)
Class:Terrestrial Likes to burrow
Longevity:Fast Grower, 2-4years
Adult Size:4-5inches
Temperament:Aggressive Defensive
Urticating Hairs:No.
Venom Potency:More Toxic than most tarantula (Be Carefull)
Grammostola pulchripes Housing Requirements
Tarantula Housing:Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required.
Temperature:24-28°C
Humidity:About 75%
Special Requirements:No special requirements.
Grammostola pulchripes Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects