The Greenbottle Blue, or Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens, is an eye-catching species from Venezuela. With metallic blue legs, an orange abdomen, and a green carapace, it’s a colorful addition to any collection. It’s a New World species with a relatively calm temperament, but it’s also very active, webbing extensively in its enclosure. Ideal for beginners and advanced keepers alike, it adapts well to dry environments and is easy to care for.
Behavior and Temperament: Generally calm but can be skittish; frequently spins elaborate webs.
Habitat and Environment Needs: Prefers arid conditions with a few anchor points for webbing.
Feeding: Enjoys a varied diet of crickets, roaches, and other insects.
Additional Information: Known for webbing up its entire enclosure, creating an intricate display.
Greenbottle Blue | Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens |
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Category : | New World |
Type : | Terrestrial |
Country of Origin : | Venezuela |
Adult Leg Span : | 12-15 cm |
Growth speed : | Moderate |
Defense mechanism : | Urticating hairs |
Diet : | Insects, crickets, roaches |
Temperature : | 24-28°C |
Relative Humidity : | 50-60% |
Recommended Experience Level : | Beginner to Intermediate |
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