Chilobrachys sp. "Aladin" — Blue Dream Earth Tiger (Sling)

A Rare Blue Earth Tiger That Lives Up to Its Name

The Blue Dream Earth Tiger Sling is one of the most exciting and sought-after undescribed species in the tarantula hobby. Known for its remarkable blue tones and characteristic Earth Tiger behaviour, Chilobrachys sp. "Aladin" has quickly become a favourite among collectors looking for something truly special.

Combining beautiful colouration, extensive webbing, powerful feeding responses, and fascinating burrowing behaviour, this species offers everything enthusiasts love about the Chilobrachys genus.

While it may spend much of its time hidden within its intricate tunnel system, the moments when it emerges reveal why the Blue Dream Earth Tiger has become such a highly coveted species.

Why You'll Want This Species

• Stunning blue tones that develop with maturity

• Rare and highly sought-after collector's species

• Extensive webbing and tunnel-building behaviour

• Fast-growing compared to many tarantulas

• Powerful feeding response

• An exceptional addition to any advanced collection

Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Chilobrachys sp. "Aladin"

• Common Name: Blue Dream Earth Tiger

• Origin: Southeast Asia

• Adult Size: Approximately 13–16 cm leg span

• Temperament: Defensive, fast, and highly alert

• Lifespan:

  • Females: 12–15 years

  • Males: 3–4 years

Appearance

The Blue Dream Earth Tiger is admired for its unique colouration:

• Dark charcoal to black base colour

• Blue, steel-blue, or slate-blue highlights that become more pronounced with age

• Velvety appearance under natural light

• Dense covering of fine hairs that enhances its iridescent effect

Its subtle but striking colouration gives this species a refined beauty that stands out among Earth Tigers.

Enclosure & Setup Guide (By Life Stage)

Sling

• Enclosure: Small burrowing sling enclosure

• Substrate Depth: 5–8 cm

• Setup: Starter burrow and cork bark hide

• Tip: Provide web anchor points early to encourage natural behaviour

Juvenile

• Enclosure: Small terrestrial enclosure

• Substrate Depth: 10–12 cm

• Setup: Deep substrate, cork bark, and water dish

Sub-Adult

• Enclosure: Medium terrestrial enclosure

• Substrate Depth: 12–18 cm

• Setup: Deep substrate with multiple web anchor points

Adult

• Enclosure: Terrestrial burrowing setup with ample floor space

• Substrate Depth: 15–20 cm

• Setup Essentials:

  • Deep substrate for tunnelling

  • Water dish

  • Cork bark hide or starter burrow

  • Structure for web attachment

Ideal Conditions:

• Temperature: 24–28°C

• Humidity: 70–80%

• Lighting: Low light preferred

• Ventilation: Good airflow while maintaining moisture in lower substrate layers

Feeding Guide

Diet:
Crickets, roaches, locusts, and other appropriately sized feeder insects.

Feeding Schedule:

• Slings: 2–3 times per week

• Juveniles: Once per week

• Sub-adults: Every 7–10 days

• Adults: Every 10–14 days

This species is known for its enthusiastic feeding response and powerful ambush hunting behaviour.

Behaviour & Handling

• Fast and highly reactive

• Creates extensive webbed tunnel systems

• Frequently waits at tunnel entrances for prey

• Defensive when disturbed

• Handling is not recommended

This species is best appreciated through observation, particularly when watching it construct and maintain its intricate webbed burrows.

Important Considerations

• Venom: Potent (Old World species) — medically significant

• Visibility: Low to moderate

• Experience Level: Intermediate to advanced

• Speed: Extremely fast

Like many Earth Tigers, this species requires respect, preparation, and experience when performing enclosure maintenance.

Why Start With a Sling?

Starting with a sling allows you to:

• Watch the blue colouration develop and intensify with each moult

• Observe natural web-building and burrowing behaviour from the beginning

• Raise a rare collector's species through every stage of development

• Experience one of the most exciting Earth Tigers currently available in the hobby

Ready to Add a Rare Blue Gem to Your Collection?

The Blue Dream Earth Tiger Sling is perfect for collectors who appreciate rarity, subtle beauty, and fascinating natural behaviour.

Secure yours today and watch this remarkable Earth Tiger develop into a truly spectacular adult.