{"product_id":"ephebopus-rufescens-red-skeleton-leg-sling","title":"Ephebopus rufescens - Red Skeleton Leg (Sling)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEphebopus rufescens\u003c\/em\u003e — Red Skeleton Leg (Sling)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOne of the Most Unique and Striking Tarantulas in the Hobby\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRed Skeleton Leg Sling\u003c\/strong\u003e is a truly extraordinary species that stands apart from almost every other tarantula in the hobby. Famous for its vivid red leg markings resembling a skeletal pattern, \u003cem\u003eEphebopus rufescens\u003c\/em\u003e combines stunning colouration with fascinating behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the rainforests of northern South America, this species is a heavy burrower that spends much of its time creating intricate underground tunnels. While often hidden from view, every appearance is unforgettable thanks to its dramatic colours and distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors looking for something different from the usual terrestrial species, the Red Skeleton Leg is a remarkable choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Want This Species\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriking red \"skeleton-like\" markings on the legs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most unique tarantulas available in the hobby\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFascinating burrowing and tunnel-building behaviour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare and highly sought-after species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true conversation piece for serious collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong-lived and rewarding to raise from a sling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEphebopus rufescens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Skeleton Leg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil, French Guiana, and surrounding regions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–13 cm leg span\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nervous, defensive, and fast when disturbed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemales: 12–15 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales: 3–4 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Skeleton Leg is famous for its unmistakable appearance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark brown to black body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright red to reddish-orange markings on the legs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense velvety setae covering the body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact, powerful build\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike most New World tarantulas, this species possesses urticating hairs on its pedipalps rather than its abdomen, making it one of the most unusual tarantulas in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEnclosure \u0026amp; 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