{"product_id":"costa-rica-zebra-tarantula","title":"Costa Rica Zebra Tarantula","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCosta Rica Zebra Tarantula Spiderling Care Guide\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma seemanni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Costa Rica Zebra Tarantula \/ Stripe-kneed Tarantula\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 10–13 cm leg span\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females 15–20+ years; males considerably shorter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner–Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally calm but can be defensive and very fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mainly nocturnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiderlings are small and delicate, so use a \u003cstrong\u003esmall, secure enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults can reach around \u003cstrong\u003e10–13 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e leg span.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow slowly compared with many other tarantulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-ventilated terrestrial enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe enclosure should not be excessively large for a small spiderling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide around \u003cstrong\u003e5–8 cm of substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e for a spiderling, increasing depth as it grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a small piece of cork bark or another secure hide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure there are \u003cstrong\u003eno large gaps\u003c\/strong\u003e the spiderling can escape through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22–26°C\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA slight drop at night is fine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged temperatures above \u003cstrong\u003e28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse thermostatically controlled heating if additional heat is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUVB is not required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal ambient room lighting is sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid bright lights and direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep \u003cstrong\u003emoderate humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e, approximately \u003cstrong\u003e60–70%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a small spiderling, keep part of the substrate slightly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the surface to dry between watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood ventilation is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer appropriately sized livefood such as:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall crickets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit flies for very tiny spiderlings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall roach nymphs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall mealworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 times per week\u003c\/strong\u003e, adjusting according to growth and appetite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove uneaten prey promptly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave live insects with a spiderling that is preparing to moult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery small spiderlings can obtain moisture from appropriately maintained substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce large enough, provide a \u003cstrong\u003etiny, shallow water dish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternatively, lightly moisten a small area of substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever allow the enclosure to become waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShedding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiderlings moult frequently as they grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of appetite, reduced activity and a darker abdomen can indicate pre-moult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemove all live prey and leave the spider completely undisturbed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever attempt to help with a moult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not handle spiderlings.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are delicate, fast and can be easily injured by even a short fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a catch cup and soft brush for necessary transfers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent lethargy outside of pre-moult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInjury or damaged legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbnormal posture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMould or mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure to feed over an extended period outside of pre-moult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty moulting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove uneaten prey as soon as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove visible waste when necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the water source clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid unnecessary disturbance or complete substrate changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore You Bring Your Animal Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave the enclosure ready beforehand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide suitable substrate and a small hide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck temperature and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure every ventilation hole and gap is \u003cstrong\u003espiderling-proof\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave suitably sized livefood ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a safe water source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Bits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🕷️ \u003cstrong\u003eSpiderlings are extremely delicate\u003c\/strong\u003e — avoid handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦓 Costa Rica Zebra Tarantulas are terrestrial and appreciate suitable digging substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌡️ Avoid excessive heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 Keep humidity moderate without making the enclosure permanently wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚫 \u003cstrong\u003eNever disturb a tarantula during a moult.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦗 Remove uneaten prey promptly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ They can be \u003cstrong\u003every fast\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly when startled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🕰️ Females can live for \u003cstrong\u003e15–20+ years\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this a long-term commitment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Spiderling","offer_id":58638457012605,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/costa-rica-zebra-tarantula","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}