{"product_id":"nhandu-coloratovillosus-brazilian-black-white-sling","title":"Nhandu coloratovillosus - Brazilian Black \u0026 White (Sling)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBrazilian Black \u0026amp; White Tarantula (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNhandu coloratovillosus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf striking patterns, bold colours and impressive size are what you look for in a tarantula, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrazilian Black \u0026amp; White Tarantula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a spectacular addition to any collection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNhandu coloratovillosus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a large, fast-growing New World terrestrial species, admired for its contrasting black legs with crisp white bands and its dark abdomen covered in long, reddish-brown hairs. Its fluffy appearance and dramatic markings make it a standout species as it matures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to South America, particularly Brazil, this species is known for its enthusiastic feeding response and active behaviour. Although it can be rewarding to keep, it is not always a docile display spider. Brazilian Black \u0026amp; White Tarantulas can be nervous, fast-moving and defensive when disturbed, frequently using urticating hairs as their first line of defence. They are best suited to keepers who are comfortable observing their tarantulas without handling them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith appropriate housing, good ventilation and consistent husbandry, this impressive species can become a striking long-term resident in your collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy keepers love \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNhandu coloratovillosus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBold black-and-white markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that become increasingly impressive as the spider grows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast growth rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e compared with many other popular terrestrial tarantulas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong feeding response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that makes feeding time exciting to observe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImpressive adult size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, reaching approximately 15–18 cm in leg span\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive terrestrial behaviour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with plenty of opportunity to observe its natural movements and burrowing instincts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lived females\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, offering the potential for many years of enjoyment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCare Summary – Brazilian Black \u0026amp; White (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNhandu coloratovillosus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty Level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner–Intermediate. Its basic husbandry is manageable, but its speed, defensive tendencies and urticating hairs mean that calm, confident, hands-off care is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 15–18 cm (6–7 inches) leg span.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnclosure Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerrestrial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide a secure enclosure with generous floor space, a suitable ground-level hide and sufficient substrate for burrowing. Keep the enclosure height relatively low to minimise the risk of injury from falls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 8–12 cm of suitable substrate for juveniles and more for larger specimens, depending on enclosure depth and the spider's size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse coconut fibre, pesticide-free organic topsoil or a suitable combination of both. The substrate should be well-draining, with the surface generally kept dry and the lower layers allowed to retain slight moisture where appropriate. Avoid waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 22–26°C (72–79°F).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA stable room temperature within this range is generally suitable. Avoid sudden temperature fluctuations, direct sunlight and excessive heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate moisture with good ventilation is preferable to a constantly damp enclosure. Provide access to fresh water and maintain an appropriate moisture gradient in the substrate rather than relying on frequent misting or a fixed humidity percentage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecor \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork bark hide or a suitable ground-level retreat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep substrate to support burrowing behaviour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShallow water dish once the spider is large enough to use one safely\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimal, secure décor that cannot collapse or injure the spider\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood cross-ventilation to prevent stagnant, overly damp conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow enough open floor space for the spider to move around comfortably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable live feeder insects, such as appropriately sized crickets and roaches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlings: offer small prey approximately 2–3 times per week, adjusting to appetite and body condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuveniles: generally feed around once or twice per week, as appropriate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdults: often feed every 7–10 days, depending on prey size, appetite and body condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove uneaten live prey, particularly when the spider is in premoult or moulting. Always provide access to fresh water appropriate to the spider's size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be nervous, skittish, fast-moving and defensive. This species is known to flick urticating hairs when threatened, which can cause significant skin and eye irritation. It may also bite if provoked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandling is not recommended. Use appropriate tools and a catch cup when enclosure maintenance or transfers are necessary, and avoid disturbing the spider unnecessarily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLifespan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemales: approximately 12–18 years, sometimes varying with individual circumstances\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMales: approximately 3–5 years, with lifespan depending on growth and maturation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemales generally live considerably longer than males, making sex an important consideration when planning for a long-term tarantula collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tarantulas are individual animals, and growth rates, adult size, feeding responses and temperament may vary. As a sling, your Brazilian Black \u0026amp; White Tarantula will develop its distinctive adult pattern as it grows and moults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhoto credit: \u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSebastian Szmigielski, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pawsome Pals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67896150688043,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/7962\/7819\/files\/Nhanducoloratovillosus-BrazilianBlack_White_Sling.jpg?v=1793030548","url":"https:\/\/pawsomepals.co.za\/products\/nhandu-coloratovillosus-brazilian-black-white-sling","provider":"Pawsome Pals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}