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Grammostola anthracina (Tawny Red Tarantula)
Grammostola anthracina (Tawny Red Tarantula)
The Tawny Red Tarantula is a striking addition to one of the most trusted genera in the hobby, prized for its deep, almost black body accented with red fringing along the underside of the legs. As slings, this species carries a bright red coloration similar to the famous Rose Hair Tarantula, gradually darkening into that rich adult coloration. Calm, easy to work with, and genuinely rare to find, this is a fantastic new world tarantula for sale for anyone wanting a beginner-friendly genus with a little extra flair.
Why do hobbyists keep Grammostola anthracina?
- Stunning Coloration: A deep, almost black body set off by red fringing under the legs gives this species a bold, high-contrast look.
- Color Change: Slings start off bright red, much like a G. rosea sling, before gradually darkening into that rich adult coloration.
- Docile Temperament: Calm and easygoing, fitting right in with the rest of the beginner-friendly Grammostola genus.
- Rare in the Hobby: Rarely available, making this a great pickup for collectors who want something outside the usual Grammostola lineup.
How should Grammostola anthracina be kept?
- Adult Size: Reaches about 5 to 6 inches at full leg span. A solid, substantial presence for a terrestrial display setup.
- Enclosure: Provide an enclosure roughly 3 times the leg span in width and depth, and 2 times the leg span in height, with soil at least 1 times the leg span deep and a hide for security. For a half-inch sling, that means starting small, around 2 by 2 by 2 inches, so the animal isn't lost in a large space. Size up as it grows.
- Temperature: Keep between 65 to 75°F.
- Humidity: Maintain a moisture gradient with a slightly damp lower layer and a drier surface, similar to a morning dew cycle in the wild.
- Water: A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.
- Diet: Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders sized appropriately to the carapace (head).
- Temperament: Docile and calm, generally choosing retreat over standing ground when disturbed. One of the more approachable species for newer keepers.
Are there any additional notes or considerations?
- Sling Coloration: Slings show off a bright red coloration close to what you'd see in G. rosea, making the transition to adult one of the fun parts of raising this species.
- Beginner Genus: Grammostola as a whole is known for being a forgiving, hobbyist-friendly genus, and this species is no exception.
- Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.
Listing Notes
- This listing includes multiple size options. Animals are unsexed, there is approximately a 50/50 chance of male or female on most species.
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Grammostola anthracina (Tawny Red Tarantula)
The Tawny Red Tarantula is a striking addition to one of the most trusted genera in the hobby, prized for its deep, almost black body accented with red fringing along the underside of the legs. As slings, this species carries a bright red coloration similar to the famous Rose Hair Tarantula, gradually darkening into that rich adult coloration. Calm, easy to work with, and genuinely rare to find, this is a fantastic new world tarantula for sale for anyone wanting a beginner-friendly genus with a little extra flair.
Why do hobbyists keep Grammostola anthracina?
- Stunning Coloration: A deep, almost black body set off by red fringing under the legs gives this species a bold, high-contrast look.
- Color Change: Slings start off bright red, much like a G. rosea sling, before gradually darkening into that rich adult coloration.
- Docile Temperament: Calm and easygoing, fitting right in with the rest of the beginner-friendly Grammostola genus.
- Rare in the Hobby: Rarely available, making this a great pickup for collectors who want something outside the usual Grammostola lineup.
How should Grammostola anthracina be kept?
- Adult Size: Reaches about 5 to 6 inches at full leg span. A solid, substantial presence for a terrestrial display setup.
- Enclosure: Provide an enclosure roughly 3 times the leg span in width and depth, and 2 times the leg span in height, with soil at least 1 times the leg span deep and a hide for security. For a half-inch sling, that means starting small, around 2 by 2 by 2 inches, so the animal isn't lost in a large space. Size up as it grows.
- Temperature: Keep between 65 to 75°F.
- Humidity: Maintain a moisture gradient with a slightly damp lower layer and a drier surface, similar to a morning dew cycle in the wild.
- Water: A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.
- Diet: Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders sized appropriately to the carapace (head).
- Temperament: Docile and calm, generally choosing retreat over standing ground when disturbed. One of the more approachable species for newer keepers.
Are there any additional notes or considerations?
- Sling Coloration: Slings show off a bright red coloration close to what you'd see in G. rosea, making the transition to adult one of the fun parts of raising this species.
- Beginner Genus: Grammostola as a whole is known for being a forgiving, hobbyist-friendly genus, and this species is no exception.
- Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.
Listing Notes
- This listing includes multiple size options. Animals are unsexed, there is approximately a 50/50 chance of male or female on most species.
