{"product_id":"chromatopelma-cyaneopubescens-green-bottle-blue-gbb-3-3-1-2-female","title":"Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens (Green bottle blue \"GBB\") 3-3 1\/2”+ FEMALE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChromatopelma cyaneopubescens is commonly known as the Green Bottle Blue or “GBB” for short. This colorful and vibrant New World tarantula native to the arid scrublands of Paraguana, Northern Venezuela. This is one of the most sought-after tarantula species due to its striking coloration. GBB’s metallic blue legs, a vivid orange abdomen, and a greenish carapace, along with the dramatic color changes it displays as it matures through successive molts are something to behold!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many tarantulas, the GBB is a very heavy webber, creating extensive sheets and tunnels of silk across its enclosure. While primarily terrestrial, it appreciates plenty of anchor points such as cork bark, branches, and foliage to support its webbing behavior. It is an active species that spends much of its time out in the open, making it especially rewarding to observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough generally not aggressive, Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens can be quick and defensive, relying on speed, threat postures, and hair flicking when disturbed. It has a strong feeding response and one of the best appetites among tarantulas, readily accepting a wide variety of insect prey. Often, I am surprised at the ferocity GBB will tackle feeders that might be too large for other species. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its brilliant colors, energetic behavior, ferocious feeding response and heavy webbing, the Green Bottle Blue stands out as a captivating and exciting species for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/b\u003eNew World. Native to the \u003cspan\u003earid scrublands of Paraguana, Northern Venezuela\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/b\u003e Beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Terrestrial\/Semi-Arboreal (they will often make their webs at the base of trees, making them “Arboreal”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.5-6”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth speed:\u003c\/b\u003e Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLongevity:\u003c\/b\u003e Males 3-6 years, females 8-14+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperament: \u003c\/b\u003eDocile yet skittish. If agitated they may flee and\/or flick urticating hairs. Bites of this species are rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBite potency: \u003c\/strong\u003e Mild\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrticating hairs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Temperature: \u003c\/b\u003e 70 to 75°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity: \u003c\/b\u003eMedium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInteresting Fact:\u003c\/b\u003e Large females can become more stocky with time, even if their leg-span doesn’t change much with a molt.  Although this characteristic is quite common among many species is it is certainly an impressive trait to see on such a large tarantula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/b\u003e Good ventilation is a must and safety should be a top priority when choosing and designing your tarantulas enclosure. The enclosure should not be too tall as to give such a heavy species an opportunity to fall and injure itself. For spiderlings under about 1-1 1\/4″ we recommend the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drszpe-fu.myshopify.com\/products\/2-25-x-2-25-x-4-5-tarantula-enclosure-terrestrial-kit-classic-porthole-copy\" title=\"2.25 x 2.25 x 4.5” Tarantula Enclosure - Terrestrial Kit Jamie’s on the web Jamie’s tarantulas\"\u003e2.25 x 2.25 x 4.5” - Terrestrial Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jamiestarantulas.com\/terrestrial-spiderling-enclosure-kit\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. For specimens over 1″ to about 2″ we recommend the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/products\/4x4x6-tarantula-enclosure-terrestrial-kit-magnetic-lock\" title=\"4x4x6 magnetic lock tarantula enclosure terrestrial\"\u003e4x4x6” - Terrestrial Kit - Magnetic Lock\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/products\/4x4x5-tarantula-enclosure-terrestrial-kit-classic-porthole\" title=\"4x4x5 Classic porthole tarantula enclosure\"\u003e4x4x5 Classic Porthole\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimens over 2″ and to about 5” can go into an \u003ca title=\"8x8x14” tarantula enclosure\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/products\/8x8x14-tarantula-enclosure-terrestrial-kit\"\u003e8x8x14” Terrestrial Enclosure\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/pages\/how-to-measure\"\u003eClick HERE to find out how to you measure a tarantula.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e: While most adults will adopt a hide, slings often prefer to burrow. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/search?q=cocofiber\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" title=\"Cocofiber\"\u003eCocofiber\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jamiestarantulas.com\/cocofiber-substrate-quart\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, vermiculite, peat moss and\/or potting soil (or a mix) are all excellent substrate choices. Please make sure the substrate you choose is organic and chemical\/fertilizer free. Do not use sand, pebbles, rocks or wood chips or anything else that could potentially cut or injure the tarantula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn many cases a larger specimen would rather adopt or retrofit an existing hide than create it’s own from deep substrate\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/search?q=cork\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\"\u003e. Cork\u003c\/a\u003e tubes half buried in substrate are what we use for our adult females. The specimen will excavate one side of the cork tube to it’s liking. I like to think this makes the tarantula feel “at home” while minimizing the time and effort for the spider to settle in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiderlings will often desire to create their own home by excavating a burrow. A tarantula with this talent and preference for tunneling is referred to as an \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eobligate burrower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. To encourage this natural behavior we recommend semi-moist substrate at least twice, and ideally three times as deep as the tarantulas DLS. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drszpe-fu.myshopify.com\/products\/2-25-x-2-25-x-4-5-tarantula-enclosure-terrestrial-kit-classic-porthole-copy\" title=\"2.25 x 2.25 x 4.5” Tarantula Enclosure - Terrestrial Kit Jamie’s on the web Jamie’s tarantulas\"\u003e2.25 x 2.25 x 4.5” - Terrestrial Kit , \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/products\/4x4x6-tarantula-enclosure-terrestrial-kit-magnetic-lock\" title=\"4x4x6 magnetic lock tarantula enclosure terrestrial\"\u003e4x4x6” - Terrestrial Kit - Magnetic Lock\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/products\/4x4x5-tarantula-enclosure-terrestrial-kit-classic-porthole\" title=\"4x4x5 Classic porthole tarantula enclosure\"\u003e4x4x5 Classic Porthole \u003c\/a\u003eCan all be all assembled up to encourage burrowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater: \u003c\/strong\u003eLarger spiders 2” and over should be provided with a\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/search?q=water+bowl\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" title=\"Water bowl\"\u003e shallow water dish\u003c\/a\u003e in order to drink. The water bowl should be rinsed our every time it is refilled. Being a scrubland species they will not require as frequent misting as an arboreal species however, I recommend keeping one corner of the enclosure lightly misted, especially if there is no water bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding: \u003c\/b\u003eAdults will eat every 6-14 days depending on the size of the spider and it’s prey. Spiderlings should eat more often, every 5-10 days. Adults may be fed crickets, mealworms or roaches. Spiderlings under .75” can only eat food small enough for it to overpower. This includes pinhead crickets, flightless fruit flies \u0026amp; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/search?q=pinhead\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" title=\"Pinhead rusty red B. Lateralis roaches\"\u003efreshly hatched “pinhead” rusty red roaches.\u003c\/a\u003e It is not advised to feed your tarantula wild-caught food. It could contain parasites or pesticides that could be fatal to your pet. Keep your tarantulas enclosure clean. food waste left in the enclosure will invite mold, mildew, mites, flies and other pests. It is advised to remove uneaten prey items after 3-12 hours. If using a feeder who will not “bother” a tarantula such as dubia roaches it is alright to leave them in the enclosure as long as they are not causing stress to the specimen. A more detailed feeding, misting \u0026amp; troubleshooting guide can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/pages\/feeding-watering-your-tarantula\" title=\"Feeding, Water and Troubleshooting Guide\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jamie’s on the Web LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48083503579321,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/3051\/4873\/files\/gbb-large-034.gif?v=1736619480","url":"https:\/\/www.jamiesontheweb.com\/products\/chromatopelma-cyaneopubescens-green-bottle-blue-gbb-3-3-1-2-female","provider":"Jamie’s on the Web ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}