{"product_id":"3-female-aphonopelma-burica-costa-rican-blue-front","title":"Aphonopelma Burica (Costa Rican Blue Front Tarantula)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eBurica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName Pronunciation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma\u003c\/em\u003e (uh-fone-uh-PEL-muh) \u003cem\u003eBurica\u003c\/em\u003e (BU-ree-kuh)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Costa Rican Blue Front \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName Meaning: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDerived from Greek, aphonopelma is split in two parts: ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eáphonos\u003c\/em\u003e’ means “soundless” or “silent” \u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘\u003cem\u003epelma\u003c\/em\u003e’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e means “sole” or “foot.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurica refers to the place of origin, specifically the Burica Peninsula in Costa Rica.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew World\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003c\/strong\u003eTerrestrial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience level: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Expectancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females live 20-25 years; Males live 4-12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e5” (12.7cm) DLS (Diagonal Leg Span)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate: \u003c\/strong\u003eSlow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Habitat: \u003c\/strong\u003eCosta Rica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Needs: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esubstrate 5”+, one or more hides, waterbowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature: \u003c\/strong\u003e70°–85°F (21°–29°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity: \u003c\/strong\u003eTropical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament: \u003c\/strong\u003eDocile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphonopelma burica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are beautiful terrestrial tarantulas prized for their earthy, understated coloration and classic build. Adults typically display a deep brown to charcoal base color with soft bronze or rose undertones. The front of their carapace displays blue undertones as well. This coloration allows for excellent camouflage in their natural environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphonopelma burica are generally calm, making them well-suited for keepers who appreciate a more relaxed species. Spiderlings and juveniles are often more reserved, spending much of their time burrowed, though they may be seen out exploring as they settle into their enclosure. They are much more prone to retreat rather than stand their ground and are generally responsive feeders, but not overly aggressive. Adults are more sedentary, spending long periods resting in or near their burrow, which makes them a peaceful and low-stress display animal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to Costa Rica and surrounding regions, this terrestrial species does best in a tropical setup with good ventilation and deep substrate to accommodate their natural burrowing behavior. A stable environment with minimal disturbance helps this species thrive. Females are notably long-lived and can survive for decades with proper care. Overall, Aphonopelma burica is a hardy, mellow species that appeals to keepers who value longevity, simplicity, and natural elegance in their collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arachnid Alley","offers":[{"title":"3\" Female","offer_id":53213731029360,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/5765\/4384\/files\/CF1EE056-584F-4E94-93A6-15EBF441119A.jpg?v=1769989623","url":"https:\/\/arachnidalley.com\/products\/3-female-aphonopelma-burica-costa-rican-blue-front","provider":"Arachnid Alley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}