This is a specific care sheet for Paraphysa parvulas (Paraphysa parvula), for more in this genus see Category:Paraphysa.
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The Chilean Gold Burst Tarantula (Paraphysa Parvula) is a species of tarantula which are becoming more commonly kept as pets, due to increasing importation. They are on the smaller side, but they make up for that with their beauty. Also known as the “Chilean Beautiful” they sport a golden carapace and femurs, and reddish hair on the abdomen with white setae, and a mirror patch. They are known to be a calm and docile. They make a great beginner tarantula.
| Tarantula Information (for a more detailed Tarantula care review see Tarantula Care Sheets | |
| Regions Found: | Chile |
| Class: | Terrestrial |
| Longevity: | Slow growers. Reaches maturity in 3-10 years. |
| Adult Size: | On the smaller side. 4″(10cm) maximum. |
| Temperament: | Calm and docile. Can be skittish. |
| Urticating Hairs: | Yes (Weak) |
| Venom Potency: | Weak |
| Paraphysa parvula Housing Requirements | |
| Tarantula Housing: | Floor space is more important than height. Provide deep substrate and a hide. |
| Temperature: | 65-80°F |
| Humidity: | Low |
| Special Requirements: | Keep this species on dry substrate. |
| Breeding Paraphysa parvula Tarantulas | |
| Breeding Difficulty: | |
| Egg sac size: | |
| Danger to Male: | Tarantula females will sometimes cannibalize the males |
| Paraphysa parvula Diet | |
| Livefood insects such as crickets, locust, butter worms, meal worms, superworms, houseflies and cockroaches. | |
| Recommended Pet Supplies for Paraphysa parvula | |
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Paraphysa parvula habitat
An adult Paraphysa parvula tarantula should be provided with an enclosure 2 to 5 gallons in volume with a secure lid.
You should provide 5-6 inches of dry substrate or fill the enclosure half way with substrate to prevent a fatal fall which can rupture the abdomen leading to death.
Spiderlings can be housed in plastic vials or small deli containers with a lid and damp substrate.
Feeding Paraphysa parvula
Tarantula diet is typically insects such as crickets, grass-hoppers, beetles, moths, meal worms and cockroaches. A staple diet of crickets is the only food a tarantula requires besides water which can be provided in a shallow dish (lid of a jar or bottle cap). Typically feed an adult twice a week. Uneaten prey should be removed after one day to prevent problems and attracting mites. The food provided should be no larger than the abdomen of the tarantula.
Breeding Paraphysa parvula
Breeding tarantulas can be extremely difficult but can also be extremely rewarding. From a successful mating, anywhere from 50 to 2000 eggs can be produced, depending upon the size and species of the female. The Brazilian Salmon Pink (Lasiodora parahybana) are of the larger species and have been known to produce some 1500-2000 eggs in one sac. Another popular species The Goliath Bird Eater (Theraphosa blondi) however, has been known to produce as little as 50 eggs despite its “goliath” size.
The basic steps involved in breeding tarantulas are discussed further:
- Preparation for breeding
- Tarantula breeding
- Looking after an egg sac
- Birthing
- Caring for the female
- Caring for the spiderlings