Avicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple' (Peru Purple Pink Toe Tarantula)

Avicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple' is a standout pink toe species, known for purple coloration, heavy webbing, and very docile behavior. This species has the familiar long-legged arboreal build of the group, but with a richer purple presentation that makes it especially appealing to collectors who want something more colorful than the classic dark-bodied pink toe. Babies start off pink and black much like a more typical pink toe, then transition into the stronger purple adult coloration later as they grow. Grab this New World tarantula for sale today if you want a classic pink toe species with deeper purple tones and a more colorful adult look.

Why do hobbyists keep Avicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple'?

• Purple Adult Color: Known for purple tones that give this species a more colorful take on the classic pink toe look.
• Color Change With Growth: Babies begin pink and black, then shift into the richer adult coloration later on.
• Webbing Behavior: This species is a heavy webber and often builds thick retreats in the upper enclosure.
• Docile Behavior: Usually very docile, though still quick and capable of sudden movement like many arboreals.

How should Avicularia juruensis sp. 'Peru Purple' be kept?

• Enclosure: Arboreal setup with roughly 2x the leg span as the footprint and 3x the leg span as the height, with vertical cork bark, foliage, and multiple anchor points for webbing.
• Temperature: Natural conditions are typically around 75-85°F, but this species generally does fine at normal room temperatures as well, so 65-75°F is usually workable for most keepers.
• Humidity: Moderate to high humidity with slightly moist substrate and strong cross ventilation. Avoid stagnant or constantly wet conditions.
• Diet: Feed crickets, roaches, or similar prey no larger than the length of the tarantula's carapace (head). For smaller specimens, placing prey directly onto the webbing often improves feeding response.
• Temperament: Typically very docile, but still fast-moving and capable of jumping when startled.

Are there any additional notes or considerations?

• Younger Specimens: Smaller individuals usually do best in tighter setups where they can establish webbing quickly.
• Ventilation: This species benefits from strong airflow alongside humidity, and stale conditions are usually a bigger issue than slightly drier ones.
• Setup Tip: Vertical cork bark and well-placed anchor points usually improve both security and visibility.

Listing Notes

• This listing is for an unsexed specimen.