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Chilean Rose Tarantula
Ease of care: Beginner
The Chilean Rose Tarantula (Grammostola rosea) is probably the most common species of Tarantula available in American and European pet stores today. A terrestrial species, they live in the crevasses of rocks and trees. They naturally prefer dry desert scrubland regions but will roam around to find more suited areas for food and shelter. The male of the species has a life span of 3-7 years whereas females live for 20 years.
Adult Size
5" (13cm)
Life Span
3-20 years
Diet
Insectivore
Temperament
Intermediate
Humidity
50-60%
Background Temp
24-27°C (75-80°F)
Basking Spot
Not Needed
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Preparing for your
Chilean Rose Tarantula
Spider Bedding
- 100% natural
- Specially developed for spiders, scorpions & other burrowing species
- Extremely absorbent,
- Non-toxic and non abrasive
- Available in 5 and 10L bags
Spider Starter Kit
- Everything you need to get started in one box
- Includes Glass Terrarium
- Suitable for a range of Arachnids and Invertebrates
Glass Terrarium
- Suitable for reptiles, amphibians and inverts that would benefit from a tropical or humid environment
- Blacked out back and sides
- Perfect for Bioactive Set Ups
- Waterproof base
- Safe for overhead heat sources
- Lockable doors
- Easy to assemble (flat-pack models only)
- Front opening doors (larger models only)
- Available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes