{"product_id":"ornithoctoninae-sp-phan-cay-blue-sling","title":"Ornithoctoninae sp - Phan Cay Blue (Sling)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eOrnithoctoninae sp. \"Phan Cay Blue\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Phan Cay Blue (Sling)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Rare Electric-Blue Treasure for the Serious Collector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePhan Cay Blue Sling\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most exciting and visually striking tarantulas to emerge from Southeast Asia in recent years. Still awaiting formal scientific classification, this remarkable species has captured the attention of collectors worldwide thanks to its stunning blue colouration, fascinating behaviour, and rarity within the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelonging to the Ornithoctoninae group of Old World tarantulas, the Phan Cay Blue combines beauty with the speed, intelligence, and defensive nature that experienced keepers appreciate. As it matures, many specimens develop breathtaking shades of blue, steel-blue, violet, and charcoal, making it a true centrepiece species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors seeking something uncommon and unforgettable, the Phan Cay Blue is an exceptional 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\u003eStunning blue and steel-blue colouration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare and highly sought-after collector's species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast-growing compared to many tarantulas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFascinating burrowing and web-building behaviour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowerful feeding response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium addition to advanced collections\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\u003eOrnithoctoninae sp. \"Phan Cay Blue\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phan Cay Blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vietnam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 13–16 cm leg span\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Defensive, fast, and highly alert\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 Phan Cay Blue is prized for its remarkable colouration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue, steel-blue, and violet tones across the legs and body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark charcoal or black base colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetallic sheen that intensifies under proper lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant proportions typical of Southeast Asian Old World species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact intensity of colouration can vary between individuals, making every specimen unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEnclosure \u0026amp; Setup Guide (By Life Stage)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small burrowing sling enclosure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starter burrow and cork bark hide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a deep substrate from an early age to encourage natural behaviour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJuvenile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small terrestrial enclosure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork bark retreat, water dish, and deep substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSub-Adult\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium terrestrial enclosure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep substrate, web anchor points, and minimal disturbance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdult\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial burrowing setup with ample floor space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–20 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetup Essentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep substrate for tunnelling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCork bark hide or starter burrow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater dish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure enclosure with good ventilation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 24–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity: 70–80%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLighting: Low light preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVentilation: Good airflow while maintaining moisture in the lower substrate layers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrickets, roaches, locusts, and other appropriately sized feeder insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 times per week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuveniles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once per week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSub-adults:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 7–10 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdults:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 10–14 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is known for its enthusiastic feeding response and powerful ambush-hunting behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; 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