{"product_id":"avicularia-rufa-yellow-banded-pink-toe-5","title":"Avicularia rufa (Yellow-banded Pink-toe)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eAvicularia rufa\u003c\/em\u003e is a brilliantly colored arboreal tarantula native to the central and western regions of the Amazon Basin. Sometimes called the \u003cstrong data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"332\"\u003eAmazon Red-Rumped Pinktoe\u003c\/strong\u003e, this species is instantly recognizable by its emerald-green carapace, metallic blue legs, and the rich reddish setae that cover its abdomen. Juveniles start out with bronze and copper hues that gradually transition into the deep, reflective reds and greens characteristic of adults. In nature, \u003cem data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eA. rufa\u003c\/em\u003e is most often found living several meters above ground in hollow vines, bromeliad clusters, and crevices of tree bark, where it constructs tubular silk retreats to protect itself from predators and heavy tropical rains. Known for its calm disposition, elegant movement, and vivid coloration, \u003cem data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eA. rufa\u003c\/em\u003e is a highly sought-after display species that embodies the vibrancy of the Amazon canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avicularia rufa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eAdult Leg Span:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil, Peru, Bolivia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central and Western Amazon Rainforest (200–800 m elevation); thrives in humid, warm canopy zones and tree hollows above floodplain forest floors, with ample air circulation, temperatures averaging 77–85°F, and humidity 80–90% year-round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eHabits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arboreal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cb\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/blogs\/care-sheets\/understanding-terrestrial-arboreal-amp-fossorial-tarantula-husbandry\"\u003ehttps:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/blogs\/care-sheets\/understanding-terrestrial-arboreal-amp-fossorial-tarantula-husbandry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NW Zoological Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45919144313073,"sku":"1002:AvicRuf","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/4680\/3185\/files\/Tarantula-AviculariarufaSchiapelli_Gerschman_1945_female_StateofAmazonas_Brazil.jpg?v=1746476373","url":"https:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/products\/avicularia-rufa-yellow-banded-pink-toe-5","provider":"Northwest Zoological","version":"1.0","type":"link"}