{"product_id":"pamphobeteus-sp-magna-ecuadorian-magna-bird-eater-1-5","title":"Pamphobeteus sp. 'Magna' (Ecuadorian Magna Bird-eater)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"230\"\u003ePamphobeteus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. “Magna” is a magnificent, large-bodied terrestrial tarantula native to the humid lowland rainforests of Ecuador and Colombia. As one of the most striking and fast-growing members of its genus, this undescribed species is admired for its intense metallic violet carapace, deep black legs, and shimmering magenta abdominal setae that give it an unmistakable regal appearance. Adult females are massive and powerfully built, while males exhibit dramatic sexual dimorphism—maturing into brilliant bronze and rose hues with long, elegant legs. In the wild, \u003cem data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eP. sp. “Magna”\u003c\/em\u003e inhabits rich tropical forest floors layered with decaying vegetation, constructing shallow silk-lined retreats beneath logs and roots where humidity remains stable. It is an aggressive feeder and active ambush hunter, relying on strength and speed to subdue prey. In captivity, it thrives with deep, slightly moist substrate, good airflow, and warm, stable conditions, rewarding keepers with impressive size, beauty, and vivid post-molt coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pamphobeteus sp. “Magna”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eAdult Leg Span:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–9 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ecuador, Colombia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lowland Tropical Rainforest (200–800 m elevation); clay-rich, humid forest soils beneath leaf litter and root tangles, ambient temperatures 77–86°F, relative humidity 80–90%, with heavy rainfall throughout the year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eHabits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial \/ Opportunistic Burrower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1690\"\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":45919340527857,"sku":"1002:Pamp'Magna'","price":49.0,"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-sp-magna-ecuadorian-magna-bird-eater-1-5","provider":"Northwest Zoological","version":"1.0","type":"link"}