{"product_id":"socotra-island-blue-baboon-tarantula-1-2cm","title":"Socotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula 1-2cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"10161091-68d8-4347-888e-e2a117e9e32d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"67\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"67\"\u003eSocotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula (\u003cem data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"64\"\u003eMonocentropus balfouri\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eThe Socotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula is one of the most spectacular Old World tarantulas in the hobby. Native to the isolated island of Socotra, this stunning species is renowned for its shimmering metallic blue legs, creamy tan carapace, and fascinating social behaviour. While fast and defensive, \u003cem data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eMonocentropus balfouri\u003c\/em\u003e is highly prized by experienced keepers and is one of the few tarantula species that can often be successfully maintained in communal setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"543\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"i3amn9\" data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"560\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eHabitat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eOriginating from the dry, rocky landscapes of Socotra, this species thrives in a warm enclosure with good ventilation and plenty of hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s72l7j\" data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial setup with deep substrate and ample floor space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r9l0qa\" data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"816\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5sqhgg\" data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate (60–70%) with one slightly moist area and the remainder kept relatively dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t52u64\" data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eDecor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork bark, rocks, starter burrows, and webbing anchor points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fvah9g\" data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eA fast and enthusiastic predator, the Socotra Island Blue Baboon readily accepts a variety of live insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13b3vma\" data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, locusts, mealworms, and other appropriately sized live insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tdh3kl\" data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eFeeding frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1flj2zp\" data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eSpiderlings\/Juveniles: 2–3 times per week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mrah1g\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eAdults: 1–2 times per week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nq74rw\" data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eRemove uneaten prey to maintain a clean enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1w0qif9\" data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eThis is an Old World species and is best suited to experienced keepers due to its speed and defensive nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v9c8cj\" data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast, defensive, and highly active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c5e5wd\" data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17vep5x\" data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eVenom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potent, as with other Old World tarantulas, so caution should always be exercised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jq7o5a\" data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n4ycvj\" data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eFemales: 12–15 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j829pl\" data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eMales: 4–6 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kf5mv8\" data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide good ventilation, stable temperatures, and allow the spider to establish extensive webbing and burrows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wvdmrg\" data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003eWhy Choose a Socotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1763g4g\" data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eStunning metallic blue legs and elegant colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lv6dke\" data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eOne of the few tarantulas suitable for communal keeping (with appropriate experience)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g56koi\" data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eHeavy webber with fascinating natural behaviours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"28flzq\" data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003eHighly sought-after display species for experienced keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2438\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWith its breathtaking colouration and unique communal tendencies, the Socotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula is a truly exceptional species and a standout addition to any advanced tarantula collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"livestock","offers":[{"title":"Default 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