{"product_id":"pamphobeteus-antinous-bolivian-blue-leg-birdeater-lighting-blue-1","title":"Pamphobeteus antinous (Bolivian Blue-leg Birdeater 'Lighting Blue')","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"219\"\u003ePamphobeteus antinous\u003c\/em\u003e, known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"261\"\u003eBolivian Blue Birdeater\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the largest and most visually striking tarantulas of the \u003cem data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"344\"\u003ePamphobeteus\u003c\/em\u003e genus. Native to the dense rainforests and foothill regions of Bolivia and southern Peru, this imposing species is renowned for its deep black-blue coloration that glows with metallic violet tones under light. Adult females are massive and jet-black with a subtle blue iridescence, while males mature into a shimmering violet-blue with bronze reflections—one of the most dramatic sexual dimorphisms among New World giants. In the wild, \u003cem data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eP. antinous\u003c\/em\u003e inhabits humid forest floors rich in decaying vegetation, constructing burrows beneath roots and fallen logs where the soil stays moist and cool. It is a bold, fast-growing species with a powerful feeding response and excellent visibility, making it a favorite among advanced keepers. In captivity, it thrives with deep, moist substrate, consistent humidity, and good airflow, rewarding proper care with steady growth and breathtaking post-molt coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pamphobeteus antinous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolivian Blue Birdeater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eAdult Leg Span:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–9 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolivia, Southern Peru\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foothill and Lowland Tropical Rainforest (200–900 m elevation); rich clay and loamy soils beneath dense canopy cover, ambient temperatures 77–86°F, relative humidity 80–90%, with heavy seasonal rainfall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eHabits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial \/ Opportunistic Burrower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1723\"\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":45919338070257,"sku":"1002:PampAnt'Lighting Blue'","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/4680\/3185\/files\/Photo_Coming_Soon_Spider.png?v=1746650734","url":"https:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/products\/pamphobeteus-antinous-bolivian-blue-leg-birdeater-lighting-blue-1","provider":"Northwest Zoological","version":"1.0","type":"link"}