Avicularia minatrix (Venezuelan Red-Stripe) 0.5" (Free on Orders $250+)

This New World arboreal has a rich caramel carapace and legs to go along with an abdomen that is a clean black with brown markings. If you want a docile spider that is sure to entertain, this is the one.   Husbandry Recommendations - 1"+ This is an arboreal spider, so it will require an enclosure which offers more vertical space than floor space. The rule-of-thumb is that the height of the enclosure is 3-4x leg span minimum. We recommend this spider be housed in the Spider Haus 3x3x6". This would be a suitable enclosure for several months up to a year. Our choice of substrate is a unique blend of coco and other organic materials - Hunter's Premium Substrate. This substrate will retain humidity, allow for construction of dirt curtains, and resist mold or fungal growth. Next, offering a cork bark flat leaned against a sidewall creates a natural aesthetic and a safe retreat for your spider. Finalize the enclosure by adding Sphagnum Moss, Mixed Leaf Litter, or Magnolia Leaves.  As with all