{"product_id":"grab-n-go-kit-monocentropus-balfouri-socotra-island-blue-baboon","title":"TERRESTRIAL GRAB N GO KIT: Monocentropus balfouri (Socotra Island Blue Baboon) 1.5\"+","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"216\"\u003eMonocentropus balfouri\u003c\/em\u003e, known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"271\"\u003eSocotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most remarkable and sought-after Old World species, endemic to the remote Socotra Archipelago off the coast of Yemen. This tarantula is famed for its striking coloration—metallic steel-blue legs, creamy white carapace, and sandy golden abdomen—making it one of the most visually stunning species in the hobby. In its harsh, arid island habitat, \u003cem data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eM. balfouri\u003c\/em\u003e has evolved an extraordinary degree of social tolerance, with groups often cohabiting in extensive communal burrow systems among rocky outcrops and desert scrub. It weaves thick layers of silk both above and below ground, creating elaborate tunnel networks that help regulate temperature and humidity. Though defensive if provoked, it rarely bites and relies primarily on retreat. In captivity, \u003cem data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eM. balfouri\u003c\/em\u003e thrives communally or individually in semi-arid enclosures with deep substrate, strong ventilation, and moderate humidity, making it a prized species for advanced keepers seeking both beauty and unique social behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monocentropus balfouri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Socotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eAdult Leg Span:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Socotra Island, Yemen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arid Shrubland and Rocky Plateau (200–800 m elevation); limestone and sandy soils among desert vegetation, temperatures 78–90°F, relative humidity 55–70%, with strong seasonal winds and limited rainfall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eHabits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fossorial \/ Communal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grab N Go Tarantula Kit includes a 1.5\"+ spider, an acrylic enclosure, bug dirt (substrate and moss), and a cling (removable sticker) that identifies the species with a colorful photo and interesting facts.The dimensions of the acrylic boxes are 4.25\" x 3.5\" and ~ 3\" tall for the terrestrial box and 3\" x 3\" x 6\" tall for the arboreal box. They are stackable and slide open with a magnetic closure. Its a perfect mini spider habitat that is 100% ready for your pet store customer to take home. Buy 1 OR collect them all....over 100 species available and more coming soon!\u003c\/p\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":45919279907057,"sku":"1002:GNG:MonoBal","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/4680\/3185\/files\/Monocentropus_balfouri.jpg?v=1760026819","url":"https:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/products\/grab-n-go-kit-monocentropus-balfouri-socotra-island-blue-baboon","provider":"Northwest Zoological","version":"1.0","type":"link"}