{"product_id":"poecilotheria-vittata-ghost-ornamental-tarantula-for-sale","title":"Poecilotheria vittata – Ghost Ornamental Tarantula for Sale","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing:border-box; width:100%; max-width:860px; margin:0 auto;\npadding:14px; background:#f4f6fb; color:#1f2937;\nfont-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:16px;\nline-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px; border:2px solid transparent; border-radius:10px;\nbackground:linear-gradient(#ffffff,#ffffff)\npadding-box,linear-gradient(120deg,#5b7c99,#2ea8a1,#d8963a) border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:6px; color:#475569; font-size:13px; font-weight:700;\nletter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eURBAN TARANTULAS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:27px; font-weight:700;\nline-height:1.2;\"\u003eGhost Ornamental Tarantula\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px; color:#475569; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePoecilotheria vittata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:18px 4px;\"\u003ePoecilotheria vittata is a large, breathtaking Old World arboreal prized for its ghostly gray, cream, black, and brown ornamentation. The Ghost Ornamental combines impressive 7–8 in (18–20 cm) adult size with lightning-fast movement, rapid growth, and remarkable camouflage against bark. Native primarily to Sri Lanka, this beautiful Poecilotheria makes a dramatic display animal when provided a secure vertical retreat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; table-layout:fixed; border-collapse:separate;\nborder-spacing:0; background:#ffffff; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\nborder-radius:10px; overflow:hidden; box-shadow:rgba(17,24,39,0.06) 0\n2px 6px; font-size:16px; line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:34%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:66%;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003eSpecial Notices\u003c\/th\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 14px; padding:14px; border:2px solid #b91c1c; border-radius:8px; background:#fef2f2; color:#991b1b; font-weight:700;\"\u003e\nSALES TO CALIFORNIA ONLY.\u003cbr\u003e\nWILL NOT SHIP OUTSIDE OF CALIFORNIA.\u003cbr\u003e\nTHIS SPECIES IS FEDERALLY LISTED AS ENDANGERED UNDER THE U.S. ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT AND IS ALSO CITES APPENDIX II. INTERSTATE COMMERCIAL SALES ARE RESTRICTED, SO WE DO NOT SHIP THIS SPECIES ACROSS STATE LINES.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast and highly impressive.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a lightning-fast Old World arboreal with no urticating hairs and medically significant venom potential, so secure housing and carefully planned hands-off maintenance are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting with a baby?\u003c\/strong\u003e A FREE sling container is available if\nrequested at checkout. It is not automatically included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eVisit my \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UrbanTarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color:#345b78;\ntext-decoration:underline; font-weight:700;\"\u003eUrban Tarantulas YouTube channel\u003c\/a\u003e\nfor care, setup, feeding, and show-and-tell videos to see how we keep and feed our\ntarantulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003eCare Details\u003c\/th\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;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌡️ Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical captive range is about 74–82°F (23–28°C). Stable warm room temperatures work well; avoid overheating and provide a protected vertical retreat where the spider can regulate its exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e💧 Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain moderate moisture availability without keeping the enclosure constantly wet. Allow some surface drying between watering, retain moisture deeper in the substrate, provide excellent ventilation, and keep clean drinking water continuously available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003e🏠 Housing\u003c\/th\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;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBabies \/ Slings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a secure ventilated enclosure with vertical cork, foliage or other web anchors, several inches of substrate, and a narrow elevated retreat. Slings may also web or excavate near the enclosure base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJuveniles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transition to a taller enclosure with securely positioned cork bark, vertical hiding spaces, abundant web anchors, good cross-ventilation, and a water dish. Design access so routine maintenance causes minimal disturbance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdults:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a spacious vertical enclosure with a substantial cork-bark slab or hollow retreat, climbing height, web anchors, good ventilation, substrate for moisture management, and constant access to clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003e🍽️ General Diet\u003c\/th\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;\"\u003eOffer appropriately sized crickets and suitable roaches such as Dubia, Red Runner, or Lobster roaches. Small slings can accept tiny live prey or portions of pre-killed prey, while juveniles and adults readily capture proportionally larger invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAdjust portions and feeding frequency according to life stage, abdomen condition, and feeding response. Remove uneaten prey and accessible boluses carefully, and stop offering live feeders when a molt appears imminent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003eIn-depth Facts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e🕷️\nScientific Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\noverflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePoecilotheria vittata\u003c\/em\u003e Pocock, 1895\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wsc.nmbe.ch\/lsid\/urn:lsid:nmbe.ch:spidersp:046438\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:block; margin-top:9px; color:#345b78;\ntext-decoration:underline;\"\u003eView Poecilotheria vittata in the World Spider Catalog\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:block; margin-top:5px; font-size:14px;\ncolor:#475569;\"\u003eExplore current taxonomy, distribution, and scientific references.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📛 Common Names\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eGhost Ornamental Tarantula; Pedersen’s Ornamental; Magam Tiger Spider.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid\n#eef2f7;\"\u003eAbout 74–82°F (23–28°C), with stable warm conditions preferred.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e💧 Humidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid\n#eef2f7;\"\u003eModerate moisture availability with excellent ventilation, periodic surface drying, and continuous access to clean water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📍 Locale\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eSri Lanka; the current World Spider Catalog distribution also includes India.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🏷️ Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eOld World arboreal; tree-hole and bark-retreat specialist, fast-moving, agile, and capable of substantial webbing around its retreat.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📏 Adult Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7–8 in (18–20 cm) DLS, typically heavier-bodied at maturity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6–7 in (15–18 cm) DLS, typically slimmer and leggier at maturity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px; color:#475569;\"\u003eDLS means diagonal leg span. These\nare general species notes, not the size of the specimen offered.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🪶 Urticating Hairs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eNo urticating hairs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e⏳ Growth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eFast; slings and juveniles can develop quickly under appropriate captive conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🧭 Lifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–12+ years in captivity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–4 years total lifespan in captivity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px; color:#475569;\"\u003eCaptive keeper estimates of total\nlifespan, not years remaining after purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🍽️ Feeding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid\n#eef2f7;\"\u003eAppropriately sized crickets and suitable roaches; generally a strong, rapid arboreal feeder, with portions adjusted according to life stage, body condition, and molt cycle.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🎯 Recommended Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eBest matched with keepers already comfortable with very fast Old World arboreals. Lightning-fast movement, medically significant venom potential, climbing ability, and the absence of urticating hairs make secure, hands-off husbandry essential.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003eFollow Me on Social Media\u003c\/th\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 14px;\"\u003e🎁 Follow me on social media and receive an\nadditional freebie*\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e*Email me after you follow to let me know you’re a\nfollower so I can include it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:9px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/urbantarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\nnoreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px; min-height:44px;\npadding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#45627a; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UrbanTarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\nnoreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px; min-height:44px;\npadding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#277670; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/palmstreet.app\/u\/urbantarantulas?pr=muCIwoPJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px;\nmin-height:44px; padding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#4f46a5; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003ePalmstreet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/UrbanTarantulas\/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px;\nmin-height:44px; padding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#45627a; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003eFacebook\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@urbantarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px;\nmin-height:44px; padding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#925052; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003eTikTok\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:18px;\"\u003eSafety Disclaimer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; font-size:15px; color:#475569;\"\u003eTarantulas\ncan bite. Enjoy observing your tarantula and use secure transfer methods during\nmaintenance. Handling is at your own risk. Always prioritize your safety and the\ntarantula’s well-being. This lightning-fast Old World arboreal lacks urticating hairs and has medically significant venom potential, so direct handling should be avoided and escape prevention should be a priority.\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 - 6in + Sexually Mature Female","offer_id":48113090560163,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mature Male - Ready to pair with that female above.","offer_id":48113090592931,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/5077\/7507\/files\/Screenshot_2025-03-11_143027.webp?v=1789174329","url":"https:\/\/www.urbantarantulas.com\/products\/poecilotheria-vittata-ghost-ornamental-tarantula-for-sale","provider":"Urban Tarantulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}