Pamphobeteus sp ‘machala’
As an adult, the Pamphobeteus sp ‘machala’ or Purple Bloom Tarantula is a species to behold. You would first notice the incredible size, females reaching nearly 9” in distal leg span, followed quickly by the incredibly vibrant color patterns on both males and females, but in different ways. While the males have these gorgeous purple patterns, the females have a nearly golden shine to their setae, making them beautiful spiders. If you were looking for a tarantula that picky isn’t in its repertoire, this giant will take on any prey of any size, as its enormous frame can overpower most small animals. An absolute must-have, especially for those who like to keep Birdeaters.
As an adult, the Pamphobeteus sp ‘machala’ or Purple Bloom Tarantula is a species to behold. You would first notice the incredible size, females reaching nearly 9” in distal leg span, followed quickly by the incredibly vibrant color patterns on both males and females, but in different ways. While the males have these gorgeous purple patterns, the females have a nearly golden shine to their setae, making them beautiful spiders. If you were looking for a tarantula that picky isn’t in its repertoire, this giant will take on any prey of any size, as its enormous frame can overpower most small animals. An absolute must-have, especially for those who like to keep Birdeaters.
As an adult, the Pamphobeteus sp ‘machala’ or Purple Bloom Tarantula is a species to behold. You would first notice the incredible size, females reaching nearly 9” in distal leg span, followed quickly by the incredibly vibrant color patterns on both males and females, but in different ways. While the males have these gorgeous purple patterns, the females have a nearly golden shine to their setae, making them beautiful spiders. If you were looking for a tarantula that picky isn’t in its repertoire, this giant will take on any prey of any size, as its enormous frame can overpower most small animals. An absolute must-have, especially for those who like to keep Birdeaters.
What's the ideal diet for a Purple Bloom Tarantula?
All Tarantulas can eat a variety of feeders. Stick to crickets, dubia roaches, silkworms, horned worms occasionally, and a superworm or mealworm as the occasional treat!
How should I keep a Purple Bloom Tarantula?
For this particular creature, you can start with a small Terrestrial Terrain enclosure if under a ¼” - 1.2” spiderling (sling), and when they get to be about 1” in size, you will want to upgrade to the medium or large Terrestrial Terrain enclosure. Feed them as slings once a week, twice if their opisthosoma (abdomen) looks small, but if the opisthosoma is wider than their prosoma (pneumothorax), then wait a couple of days to feed. For juveniles or adults, stick to feeding once a week, nothing larger than their opisthosoma. Make sure to keep a full water dish at all times; wider and deeper is fine. Your tarantula can’t drown; they float on water.
How long could a Purple Bloom Tarantula live?
Females are believed to live roughly 15+ years, with males reaching up to 5 years on average. All estimates are based on multiple sources.
