{"product_id":"nhandu-coloratovillosus-brazilian-black-white-5","title":"Nhandu coloratovillosus (Brazilian Black \u0026 White)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"241\"\u003eNhandu coloratovillosus\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"304\"\u003eBrazilian Black and White Birdeater\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a large, bold, and visually striking terrestrial tarantula native to the subtropical Atlantic forests and grasslands of southeastern Brazil. This impressive species features stark black-and-white banding along the legs, a reddish-brown abdomen covered in dense setae, and a lighter golden-brown carapace—creating one of the most dramatic contrasts among New World terrestrials. In the wild, \u003cem data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eN. coloratovillosus\u003c\/em\u003e inhabits the forest floor and open savanna margins, where it constructs silk-lined burrows or takes refuge beneath logs and stones. It is a confident, highly visible species known for its strong feeding response and occasional defensive displays, though it rarely bites. Fast-growing and hardy, it adapts well to captivity, thriving in enclosures with deep, slightly moist substrate, good airflow, and warm, stable conditions. This tarantula’s striking coloration, size, and bold personality make it a favorite centerpiece for intermediate and advanced keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nhandu coloratovillosus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazilian Black and White Birdeater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eAdult Leg Span:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–8 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil (Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subtropical Forest Edge and Grassland (200–800 m elevation); clay and loamy soils beneath leaf litter and grass cover, ambient temperatures 76–86°F, relative humidity 70–80%, with distinct wet and dry seasons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eHabits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial \/ Burrowing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\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":45919329485041,"sku":"1002:NhanCol","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/4680\/3185\/files\/Nhanducoloratovillosus.jpg?v=1746396688","url":"https:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/products\/nhandu-coloratovillosus-brazilian-black-white-5","provider":"Northwest Zoological","version":"1.0","type":"link"}