{"product_id":"aphonopelma-seemanni-costa-rican-zebra-tarantula-1","title":"Aphonopelma seemanni – Costa Rican Zebra Tarantula","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;background:#f4f6fb;color:#1f2937;font-size:16px;line-height:1.55;padding:16px;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#5b7c99,#2ea8a1,#4f46e5);padding:2px;border-radius:10px;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#ffffff;border-radius:8px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;font-weight:700;color:#1f2937;\"\u003eCosta Rican Zebra Tarantula\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#5b7c99;margin-top:3px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAphonopelma seemanni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px 0;background:#ffffff;padding:16px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n    With bold pale striping across its dark legs and a strong instinct to excavate, the Costa Rican Zebra is a classic New World terrestrial tarantula with plenty of natural behavior to observe. \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma seemanni\u003c\/em\u003e is especially rewarding when given deep, diggable substrate and a secure retreat, where it may construct an impressive burrow and spend long stretches underground before reappearing.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;table-layout:fixed;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:8px;overflow:hidden;box-shadow:rgba(17,24,39,0.06) 0 2px 6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;background:#f8fafc;color:#334155;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📌 Special Notices\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma seemanni\u003c\/em\u003e is the currently accepted name. The World Spider Catalog also lists \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma latens\u003c\/em\u003e as a synonym of this species following a 2022 revision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eColor and contrast can vary between individuals and molt stages, but the pale leg bands against the darker body are the feature behind its familiar “Zebra” and “Striped Knee” common names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eFor sling purchases, a free sling vial\/container is available \u003cstrong\u003eonly when requested at checkout\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;background:#f8fafc;color:#334155;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🌿 Care Details\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical captive range is approximately 70–78°F (21–26°C). Normal comfortable room temperatures generally work well; avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species benefits more from a useful moisture gradient than from chasing an exact humidity number. Keep deeper substrate slightly moist while allowing the surface to become drier, especially for larger specimens. Tiny slings should not be allowed to become excessively dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eProvide good ventilation and appropriate access to clean drinking water. Its natural burrowing behavior allows the spider to choose a more humid microclimate below the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;background:#f8fafc;color:#334155;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🏠 Housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBabies \/ Slings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a secure, well-ventilated sling enclosure with plenty of compactable substrate. Small \u003cem\u003eA. seemanni\u003c\/em\u003e frequently burrow, so substrate depth is more valuable than unused vertical space. Maintain a modest amount of moisture in the lower substrate and provide drinking water in a size-appropriate manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuveniles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increase floor space as the tarantula grows while continuing to provide deep substrate and a starter burrow or partially buried cork-bark hide. Leave enough substrate beneath the spider to permit excavation and keep fall distance low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdults:\u003c\/strong\u003e House terrestrially with generous, firm substrate, a secure hide or burrow entrance, a water dish, and good ventilation. Adults may adopt a prepared retreat or excavate extensively. Avoid tall terrestrial setups with excessive open space above the substrate, as falls can injure heavy-bodied tarantulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;background:#f8fafc;color:#334155;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🍽 General Diet\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n          Feed appropriately sized invertebrate prey such as crickets, Dubia roaches, Red Runner roaches, or Lobster roaches. Very small slings can take tiny live feeders or suitably prepared pre-killed prey. Growing animals can usually be offered food more frequently than adults, while mature tarantulas often eat comfortably on a roughly one-to-two-week rhythm. Adjust feeding to the animal’s abdomen, growth stage, appetite, and molt cycle rather than following a rigid schedule. Remove uneaten prey and food remains, and avoid disturbing or feeding a tarantula that is preparing to molt.\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;background:#f8fafc;color:#334155;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🔎 In-depth Facts\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:34%;padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e🕷 Scientific Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"width:66%;padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n          \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma seemanni\u003c\/em\u003e (F. O. Pickard-Cambridge, 1897)\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wsc.nmbe.ch\/lsid\/urn:lsid:nmbe.ch:spidersp:001770\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color:#4f46e5;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eView Aphonopelma seemanni in the World Spider Catalog\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;\"\u003eCatalog source for taxonomy, distribution, and taxonomic references.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e📛 Common Name(s)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eCosta Rican Zebra Tarantula; Costa Rican Striped Knee Tarantula\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e🌡 Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eApproximately 70–78°F (21–26°C) for routine captive care.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e💧 Humidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eModerate moisture with good ventilation. Keep deeper substrate somewhat moist while allowing the surface to dry rather than relying on a fixed relative-humidity target.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e📍 Locale\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eCentral America. The World Spider Catalog records the species from El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e🏷 Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eTerrestrial \/ burrowing, generally with relatively light webbing concentrated around the retreat and burrow.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e📏 Size — DLS\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eFemale:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 5–6 in (12.7–15.2 cm) adult DLS.\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eMale:\u003c\/strong\u003e reliable sex-specific DLS figures are limited; commonly reported species-level adult spans are approximately 4.75–6 in (12.1–15.2 cm), with mature males typically more slender in build.\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e🪶 Urticating Hairs\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eYes—if disturbed, they can flick urticating hairs as a natural defense. Individual responses vary.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e⏳ Growth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eSlow to medium. Growth varies with age, feeding, temperature, and the individual.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e🧭 Lifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eFemale:\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly estimated around 15–20+ years total lifespan in captivity, with some keeper reports extending longer.\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eMale:\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly estimated around 5–7 years total lifespan, with individual variation and a much shorter adult period after maturity.\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e🍽 Feeding\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eCrickets and appropriately sized roaches are excellent staples. Offer smaller prey more frequently to growing slings and juveniles and reduce frequency for adults as appropriate. Adjust to body condition, appetite, and molt cycle.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;color:#334155;\"\u003e🎯 Recommended Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eBeginner-friendly with the right setup. A rewarding choice for keepers who enjoy classic \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma\u003c\/em\u003e, bold leg markings, and natural burrowing behavior. Individuals can be skittish, so secure maintenance and rehousing practices are important.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;background:#f8fafc;color:#334155;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📱 Follow Me on Social Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eVisit the Urban Tarantulas YouTube channel for tarantula care, enclosure setup, feeding, and show-and-tell videos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🎁 Follow me on social media and receive an additional freebie*\u003cbr\u003e*Email me after you follow to let me know you’re a follower so I can include it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;\"\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/urbantarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;min-height:44px;line-height:44px;padding:0 15px;background:#4f46e5;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UrbanTarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;min-height:44px;line-height:44px;padding:0 15px;background:#b45353;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/palmstreet.app\/u\/urbantarantulas?pr=muCIwoPJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;min-height:44px;line-height:44px;padding:0 15px;background:#237f7a;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePalmstreet\u003c\/a\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/UrbanTarantulas\/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;min-height:44px;line-height:44px;padding:0 15px;background:#5b7c99;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFacebook\u003c\/a\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@urbantarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;min-height:44px;line-height:44px;padding:0 15px;background:#334155;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTikTok\u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:12px 14px;background:#f8fafc;color:#334155;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e⚠️ Safety Disclaimer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px;\"\u003e\n          Tarantulas can bite. Enjoy observing your tarantula and use secure transfer methods during maintenance. Handling is at your own risk. Always prioritize your safety and the tarantula’s well-being. \u003cem\u003eAphonopelma seemanni\u003c\/em\u003e also possesses urticating hairs that may be flicked when the animal feels disturbed.\n        \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Urban Tarantulas","offers":[{"title":"Female - 5in + BEAUTIFUL display specimen - wow","offer_id":48107435458723,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/5077\/7507\/files\/Aphonopelmaseemaniblue.jpg?v=1789008625","url":"https:\/\/www.urbantarantulas.com\/products\/aphonopelma-seemanni-costa-rican-zebra-tarantula-1","provider":"Urban Tarantulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}