Arachnid · Terrestrial tarantula
Green bottle blue tarantula care guide
Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens
The green bottle blue tarantula is a intermediate-level terrestrial tarantula from Paraguaná Peninsula, Venezuela. Adults reach Leg span 12–15 cm and live Females 10–12 years, males 2–3 years in captivity. Heavy webber. Keep fairly dry.
- Enclosure 30 × 30 × 30 cm
- Temp 24–28°C
- Humidity 40–60%
How much does a green bottle blue tarantula cost in Canada?
Green bottle blue tarantula quick facts
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Adult size
- Leg span 12–15 cm
- Lifespan
- Females 10–12 years, males 2–3 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Paraguaná Peninsula, Venezuela
- Minimum enclosure
- 30 × 30 × 30 cm (12 × 12 × 12 in, ≈ 7 US gal)
- Housing
- Best kept alone.
- Temperature
- 24–28°C
- Humidity
- 40–60%
- UVB
- Not needed
- Diet
- Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms
- Bioactive style
- Terrestrial tarantula
Green bottle blue tarantula enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 30 × 30 × 30 cm (12 × 12 × 12 inches). Best kept alone. This species suits a terrestrial tarantula bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Tarantula Mix8 cm
Keep the gap between the soil surface and the lid no more than about twice the spider’s leg span, to prevent falls.
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 40–60%. UVB: Not needed.
What does a green bottle blue tarantula eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 1–2 appropriately sized insects every 7–14 days; slings: small prey 2–3 times a week.
Handling, temperament & health
Skittish and quick to flick urticating hairs; minimal handling recommended.
Health watch: Watch for dehydration and stuck molts; always provide a water dish and never feed a molting spider.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Quick visual check – no need to disturb.
Weekly
- Offer food; remove leftovers (boluses) within 24 h.
- Refill the water dish; overflow it slightly now and then to dampen one corner.
Monthly
- Check crew and moisture; a dry top with a slightly moist lower layer is ideal.
Yearly
- Rehouse into a larger enclosure as the spider grows.
Recommended for a green bottle blue tarantula bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (30 × 30 × 30 cm).
Green bottle blue tarantula FAQ
Is the green bottle blue tarantula good for beginners?
The green bottle blue tarantula is best for keepers with some experience (intermediate). Skittish and quick to flick urticating hairs; minimal handling recommended.
What size enclosure does a green bottle blue tarantula need?
At least 30 × 30 × 30 cm (about 12 × 12 × 12 inches, roughly 7 US gallons) for one adult. Best kept alone.
How much does a green bottle blue tarantula cost in Canada?
Typically $40–150 CAD to buy, about $110–200 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $40–90 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a green bottle blue tarantula need?
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 40–60%.
What does a green bottle blue tarantula eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 1–2 appropriately sized insects every 7–14 days; slings: small prey 2–3 times a week.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.