{"product_id":"vitalius-chromatus-brazilian-red-white-tarantula","title":"Vitalius chromatus - Brazilian Red \u0026 White tarantula","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto 12px auto; box-sizing: border-box; padding: 16px 18px; border: 3px solid transparent; border-radius: 10px; background: linear-gradient(#f4f6fb,#f4f6fb) padding-box,linear-gradient(135deg,#5b7c99,#2ea8a1,#4f46e5,#d8963a,#d26a6a) border-box; color: #1f2937; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 22px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; text-align: center;\"\u003eVitalius chromatus – Brazilian Red \u0026amp; White Tarantula\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto 14px auto; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1f2937; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 16.5px; line-height: 1.55; background: #f4f6fb;\"\u003eThe Brazilian Red \u0026amp; White is a bold, high-contrast New World terrestrial with bright red abdominal hairs, clean white leg striping, fast growth, and a powerful feeding response. This species has the size, color, and attitude that make it a standout display tarantula, especially for keepers who enjoy large Brazilian terrestrials with plenty of personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto; border-collapse: separate; border-spacing: 0; box-sizing: border-box; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: rgba(17,24,39,0.06) 0 2px 6px; color: #1f2937; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 16.5px; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background: #f8fafc; color: #334155; text-align: left; font-size: 19px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; padding: 14px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eSpecial Notices\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eSetup notes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eThis is a large, heavy-bodied terrestrial tarantula, so I keep the enclosure low, secure, and practical. Give it floor space, a sturdy hide, moderate substrate depth, and no excessive climbing height. A fall can be dangerous for a spider this big.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eName note\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eThis species is widely known in the hobby as \u003cem\u003eNhandu chromatus\u003c\/em\u003e, but it is also listed under the updated name \u003cem\u003eVitalius chromatus\u003c\/em\u003e. The common names Brazilian Red \u0026amp; White and White Striped Birdeater are both used for this beautiful Brazilian terrestrial.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eCare videos\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eCheck out the Urban Tarantulas YouTube channel for care, setup, feeding, and show-and-tell videos to see how we keep and feed our tarantulas: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UrbanTarantulas\" style=\"color: #4f46e5; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;\"\u003eUrban Tarantulas on YouTube\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background: #f8fafc; color: #334155; text-align: left; font-size: 19px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; padding: 14px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🧰 Care Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e75–85°F (24–29°C). Warmer temperatures usually mean faster growth because they molt more often, but I still prefer steady warmth over pushing extreme heat.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e💧 Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eAim for about 75–80% inside the enclosure with good ventilation. Keep part of the substrate lightly moist, especially for babies and juveniles, but avoid swampy substrate, stale air, or long-term bone-dry conditions during molt. Water dishes are optional; I usually skip them except for larger species.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background: #f8fafc; color: #334155; text-align: left; font-size: 19px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; padding: 14px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🏠 Housing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🏠 Babies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eUse a 1–4 oz deli cup with needle ventilation. Add enough substrate for security, plus a tiny hide or starter burrow. Keep one section lightly moist without soaking the cup. FREE container at checkout IF requested; not included otherwise.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🏠 Juveniles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eLarger specimens should be kept in an enclosure around 2–3x body size, flexible by the individual. Give juveniles floor space, a secure hide, moderate substrate depth, and good airflow. They can grow quickly, so be ready to size them up as they molt.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🏠 Adults\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eAdults need a secure terrestrial enclosure with generous floor space, a sturdy hide, and enough substrate to cushion the spider and support light digging. Keep the height conservative because adult Brazilian Red \u0026amp; Whites are large, heavy tarantulas that should not have a long fall.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background: #f8fafc; color: #334155; text-align: left; font-size: 19px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; padding: 14px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eGeneral Diet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🍽️ Feeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eCrickets + roaches work great, especially Dubia, Red Runner, and Lobster roaches. Babies should get baby crickets or baby roaches. If prey is too big, pre-kill by crushing the head, leave it, then remove leftovers or bolus. Occasional treat for super large specimens: pinky\/hopper mouse or feeder lizard very sparingly; excess calcium can cause constipation\/pooping issues. We never use pinhead crickets because they do not provide enough protein.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background: #f8fafc; color: #334155; text-align: left; font-size: 19px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; padding: 14px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eIn-depth Facts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🕷️ Latin name \/ Scientific name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVitalius chromatus\u003c\/em\u003e; also widely known as \u003cem\u003eNhandu chromatus\u003c\/em\u003e in the hobby.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📛 Common name(s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eBrazilian Red \u0026amp; White Tarantula, Brazilian Red and White, White Striped Birdeater.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e75–85°F (24–29°C), with steady warmth and no extreme heat spikes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e💧 Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eAbout 75–80% inside the enclosure. Keep the substrate lightly humid with airflow, avoiding both swampy conditions and long-term bone-dry substrate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📍 Locale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eBrazil. I keep this species like a large Brazilian terrestrial: warm, secure, well ventilated, and lightly humid without being wet.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🏷️ Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eNew World terrestrial; large, fast-growing, bold, opportunistic burrower with a strong feeding response and heavy urticating hair defense.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📏 Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eFemales commonly reach about 7–8 inches DLS; males are usually smaller and leggier, around 5.5–6.5 inches DLS. Max size is typically around 8 inches DLS with a strong, heavy-bodied build.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🪶 Urticating hairs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eYes. This New World terrestrial can kick urticating hairs when stressed, and larger specimens can kick a lot of them. I recommend using tools during maintenance and keeping handling to a minimum.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e⏳ Growth rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eFast. Babies and juveniles can put on size quickly with regular feeding, proper moisture, and warm stable conditions because they molt more often.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🧭 Life span\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eFemales commonly live around 12–18+ years with good care; males usually live about 4–6 years.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🍽️ Feeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eUsually a bold, reliable eater once settled. Offer appropriately sized crickets or roaches, and remove uneaten prey or bolus. This species often hits food hard, so use feeding tongs and give the spider room to strike safely.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%; vertical-align: top; color: #475569; font-weight: bold; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🎯 Recommended levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66%; vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 13px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eAnyone can own this species as long as they respect its size, appetite. It is especially great for keepers who want a hardy, fast-growing, colorful New World terrestrial with bold striping and a dramatic feeding response.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background: #f8fafc; color: #334155; text-align: left; font-size: 19px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; padding: 14px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📱 Follow me on social media\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #1f2937;\"\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\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 8px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/urbantarantulas\" style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; box-sizing: border-box; min-height: 42px; padding: 10px 16px; border-radius: 8px; background: #5b7c99; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; flex: 1 1 150px; text-align: center;\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UrbanTarantulas\" style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; box-sizing: border-box; min-height: 42px; padding: 10px 16px; border-radius: 8px; background: #4f46e5; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; flex: 1 1 150px; text-align: center;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/palmstreet.app\/u\/urbantarantulas?pr=muCIwoPJ\" style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; box-sizing: border-box; min-height: 42px; padding: 10px 16px; border-radius: 8px; background: #2ea8a1; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; flex: 1 1 150px; text-align: center;\"\u003ePalmstreet\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/UrbanTarantulas\/reviews\" style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; box-sizing: border-box; min-height: 42px; padding: 10px 16px; border-radius: 8px; background: #d8963a; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; flex: 1 1 150px; text-align: center;\"\u003eFacebook\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@urbantarantulas\" style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; box-sizing: border-box; min-height: 42px; padding: 10px 16px; border-radius: 8px; background: #d26a6a; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; flex: 1 1 150px; text-align: center;\"\u003eTikTok\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background: #f8fafc; color: #334155; text-align: left; font-size: 19px; line-height: 1.35; font-weight: 800; padding: 14px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e⚠️ Safety Disclaimer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"vertical-align: top; color: #1f2937; padding: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eSafety Disclaimer: Tarantula bites are extremely rare, and there are no recorded human fatalities. Venom strength varies by species; Old World tarantulas are usually more potent than New World tarantulas, with Poecilotheria known for especially strong venom. Larger tarantulas may also deliver more venom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eIf bitten, stay calm. Most symptoms fade within minutes to hours, though potent species may cause discomfort for up to a week. In 13 years, I’ve only been bitten once, and symptoms were gone after one week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eHandling is at your own risk. I’m not responsible for bites or injuries. Always prioritize your safety and the tarantula’s well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Urban Tarantulas","offers":[{"title":"Female - 7inch big ass display specimen","offer_id":47760074047651,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/5077\/7507\/files\/brazilian-black-and-red-tarantula-urban-tarantulas-3.jpg?v=1781064290","url":"https:\/\/www.urbantarantulas.com\/products\/vitalius-chromatus-brazilian-red-white-tarantula","provider":"Urban Tarantulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}