Avicularia purpurea (Purple Pink Toe Tarantula)

Avicularia purpurea is one of the few tarantulas that consistently shows a true purple coloration without relying on special lighting, which is a big part of why it remains such a favorite with pink toe keepers. Adults have a dark base with rich purple layered across the legs, carapace (head), and abdomen, giving the whole tarantula a deeper, more saturated look than most pink toe species. Spiderlings start off very differently from typical pink toes, showing a darker grey-black look before transitioning toward the stronger adult purple as they grow. Grab this New World tarantula for sale today if you want a classic pink toe species with true purple adult coloration and a darker overall look.

Why do hobbyists keep Avicularia purpurea?

• True Purple Coloration: One of the only pink toe species known for strong purple tones that do not depend much on lighting tricks.
• Unique Sling Appearance: Younger specimens start with a darker smoked look before developing the richer adult coloration.
• 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 purpurea 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 includes multiple size options.