{"product_id":"theraphosa-stirmi-burgundy-goliath-birdeater-for-sale","title":"Theraphosa stirmi – Burgundy Goliath Birdeater 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;\"\u003eBurgundy Goliath Birdeater\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px; color:#475569; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTheraphosa stirmi\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:18px 4px;\"\u003eTheraphosa stirmi is one of the largest tarantulas in the world—a true heavyweight capable of reaching roughly 10–11 in (25–28 cm) across. The Burgundy Goliath Birdeater combines tremendous size with a massive body, rich burgundy-brown coloration, impressive feeding response, and remarkably fast growth. For anyone fascinated by giant tarantulas, a full-grown T. stirmi is an unforgettable display animal.\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 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a true giant.\u003c\/strong\u003e T. stirmi regularly exceeds 10 in (25 cm) in DLS and rivals the other Theraphosa giants in overall dimensions, making enclosure space, substrate depth, moisture management, and safe maintenance especially important.\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 72–80°F (22–27°C). Maintain stable temperatures, avoid excessive heat, and remember that a deep retreat allows this terrestrial giant to escape warmer surface conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e💧 Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e T. stirmi is moisture-dependent and should not be kept completely dry. Maintain consistently moist lower substrate while allowing good airflow and some surface drying, provide constant clean water, and avoid stagnant or waterlogged conditions.\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 Provide a secure ventilated enclosure with deep, moisture-retentive substrate and a starter burrow or cork retreat. Keep the substrate appropriately moist, offer small prey, and minimize unnecessary fall distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJuveniles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increase floor space aggressively as the spider grows, retaining deep compactable substrate, a substantial hide, water dish, and good ventilation. Juveniles can gain size rapidly and are enthusiastic excavators and feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdults:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a large terrestrial enclosure emphasizing floor area, roughly 6–8 in (15–20 cm) of deep compactable substrate, a substantial retreat, clean water, good ventilation, and very limited fall distance.\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. Slings can take small live prey or portions of pre-killed prey, while growing juveniles and massive adults can handle substantially larger invertebrate feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAdjust portions and feeding frequency according to life stage, abdomen condition, and feeding response rather than pushing maximum growth through overfeeding. Remove uneaten prey and boluses, and withhold 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\u003eTheraphosa stirmi\u003c\/em\u003e Rudloff \u0026amp; Weinmann, 2010\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wsc.nmbe.ch\/lsid\/urn:lsid:nmbe.ch:spidersp:044496\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:block; margin-top:9px; color:#345b78;\ntext-decoration:underline;\"\u003eView Theraphosa stirmi 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;\"\u003eBurgundy Goliath Birdeater; Burgundy Goliath Bird Eater; Goliath Birdeater.\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 72–80°F (22–27°C), with stable temperatures and protection from overheating.\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;\"\u003eConsistently moist lower substrate, good ventilation, some 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;\"\u003eGuyana and Brazil.\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;\"\u003eNew World terrestrial and burrowing; an exceptionally large, heavy-bodied ground-dwelling species.\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 10–11 in (25–28 cm) DLS, with exceptionally massive body proportions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9–10 in (23–25 cm) DLS, generally leggier and lighter-bodied than mature females.\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;\"\u003eYes—if disturbed, they can flick urticating hairs as a natural defense. Individual responses vary. Theraphosa urticating hairs can be especially irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract, so avoid direct exposure.\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 put on substantial size between molts 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 12–20+ years in captivity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–6 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; typically a powerful and reliable feeding response, with portions adjusted to life stage, body condition, growth, 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 prepared for an exceptionally large, fast-growing terrestrial with substantial moisture requirements, extremely irritating urticating hairs, powerful feeding responses, and the enclosure space required by a true giant.\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 15px; border-radius:8px; background:#925052;\ncolor:#ffffff; text-align:center; text-decoration:none;\nfont-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. Theraphosa stirmi can defensively release especially irritating urticating hairs, so avoid direct exposure and use deliberate, hands-off maintenance.\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 - 4in - beautiful spider","offer_id":48113044816035,"sku":null,"price":615.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Male 3.5in -","offer_id":48113044848803,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/5077\/7507\/files\/stirmiphoto.png?v=1789172254","url":"https:\/\/www.urbantarantulas.com\/products\/theraphosa-stirmi-burgundy-goliath-birdeater-for-sale","provider":"Urban Tarantulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}