Pamphobeteus antinous (Bolivian blue leg tarantula) (Steely blue leg tarantula)

Size Range

Sling (~2cm)
Juvenile (2cm~6cm)
Sub-adult (6cm~13cm)
Adult (13cm~)

Description

#Giant
#SexualDimorphism

Pamphobeteus antinous as known as Bolivian blue leg tarantula or the Steely blue leg tarantula. They are found in the rainforests of Bolivia and Peru, where average yearly rainfall is less than 2000mm and average temperatures of 26°C.

Females live up to 15 years, while males only live to 4. Sexual dimorphism is present in this species in two forms, females being heavier and by the coloration. Males own a very dark blue almost black carapace and a black opisthosoma covered in black hairs, with some reddish hairs near the end. Their legs are a bright metallic blue, covered in grayish hairs. Their female counterparts are entirely black.

Although pretty laid back for it’s size, this spider is bold and will gladly stand it’s ground if it’s in the mood. Its will eventually get defensive and flick urticating bristles or even throw a threat pose if annoyed enough. 

ABOUT SIZES

In Tarantula life cycle, there is only eggs, spider-ling and adult.

However for pricing convenience, this is a personal rule of thumb, obviously this varies on the species of tarantula.
1. Sling (1cm~2cm)
2. Juvenile (2cm~7cm)
3. Sub adult (7cm~10cm)
4. Adult (10cm~12cm+)

It varies on species as some adults may only reach a few centrimeters while others may get (20cm~25cm+)