Euathlus sp. Hermosa - Dusky Teal Beauty - For Sale

The Dusky Teal Beauty - (Euathlus sp. Hermosa) 

The Gentle Beauty From Chile!

The Dusky Teal Beauty! If you’re searching for a tarantula that’s stunning and incredibly beginner-friendly, look no further than Euathlus sp. “Hermosa”. Native to the rugged mountainous regions of Chile, this rare species is quickly becoming a favorite among collectors due to its sweet temperament, calm demeanor, and curious personality. Unlike most tarantulas, Euathlus sp. Hermosa is anything but shy—this is the kind of tarantula that greets you the moment you open up it’s enclosure, gently climbing up onto your hand as if she missed you 🥹

A Hardy Tarantula Built to Last!

Euathlus sp. Hermosa is one of the hardiest tarantulas you could keep. With an incredibly slow growth rate and a leg span of over 6+ inches, this species can live a very long, life in captivity. With a lifespan of well over 30 years Their tolerance for a range of environmental conditions makes them ideal for keepers who want a low-maintenance yet highly interactive pet. They can tolerate bone dry substrate and variety of other climates extremely well. Plus they don’t require complex care requirements as there natural environment experiences extreme weather conditions! That said, the Dusky Teal Beauty will thrive with dry substrate and a water dish! 

Personality That Wins Hearts

This species is famously slow-moving, non-defensive, and extremely tolerant of handling—often compared to the temperament of Grammostola pulchra, but with a personality that’s even more playful/curious. Like I mentioned earlier, Euathlus sp. Hermosa tarantulas has been known to literally walk out of their enclosures and onto their owner’s hands the moment their lid is lifted. They aren’t skittish or easily startled, making them perfect for beginners to get comfortable interacting with tarantulas, in addition to educational presentations.

Rare and Sought-After

Due to strict export regulations in Chile, Euathlus sp. Hermosa is a rare find in the U.S. market. With only an handful of individuals currently in the United States they are extremely limited, and practically never available! Additionally, their slow growth rate means they’re not often sold at any size larger than 0.25 of an inch, and can take as long as 8 years for an individual that size to show adult colors! So to find sexed juveniles this size is practically unheard of in the U.S. market This is a prime opportunity to own one of the most enjoyable and underrated species in the entire tarantula hobby. So don’t miss out, add the Dusky Teal Beauty to your collection today!

Experience level - Beginner 

Personality - Calm, slow moving, docile, relaxed and very tolerant of handling! 

Life Span - 30+ years

Growth rate - very slow

Adult size - 6+ inches DLS 

Euathlus sp. Hermosa Care - This is a non burrowing terrestrial species of tarantula that thrives in a dry environment! However, you should still provide this spider a water dish and a roomy enclosure as they do enjoy exploring their enclosure!