{"product_id":"tapinauchenius-rasti-caribbean-diamond-tree-spider-5","title":"Tapinauchenius rasti (Caribbean Diamond Tree Spider)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"187\"\u003eTapinauchenius rasti\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"240\"\u003eRast’s Arboreal Tarantula\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a visually striking and recently described species native to the tropical forests of French Guiana and Suriname. This elegant arboreal tarantula features a deep bronze-to-chocolate coloration with subtle violet iridescence across the legs and carapace, creating a refined, understated beauty compared to the more vivid \u003cem data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"578\"\u003eT. violaceus\u003c\/em\u003e. The species was named in honor of German arachnologist Bastian Rast and stands out within the genus for its calm yet alert temperament and slightly heavier build. In the wild, \u003cem data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"766\"\u003eT. rasti\u003c\/em\u003e inhabits mature lowland rainforest environments, occupying tree hollows and dense vine systems where it constructs silk-lined retreats that maintain moisture and airflow. It is a fast, reclusive species that relies on speed rather than threat displays when startled. In captivity, it thrives in vertically oriented enclosures with ample cork bark and high humidity, making it a graceful and highly rewarding display species for keepers who appreciate the subtler tones of arboreal tarantulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tapinauchenius rasti\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eAdult Leg Span:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5–5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Guiana, Suriname\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lowland and Foothill Rainforest (100–700 m elevation); dense canopy zones with consistent rainfall, ambient temperatures 76–84°F, and humidity 80–90%, typically found in hollow branches and vine tangles near shaded understories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eHabits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arboreal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1685\"\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":45919479202033,"sku":"1002:TapiRas","price":18.0,"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\/tapinauchenius-rasti-caribbean-diamond-tree-spider-5","provider":"Northwest Zoological","version":"1.0","type":"link"}