Davus sp. Panama - Lava Spider - Female For Sale

Lava Spider (Davus sp. Panama)

A Volcanic Icon! 

The infamous Lava Spider, Also known as Davus sp. Panama! This iconic tarantula is desired for its spectacular, molten lava appearance! Appearing like something that’s straight out of an active Volcano, the Lava Spider encompasses explosive vibrant reds that contrast magnificently with bold mat-blacks! (sometimes appearing dark blue under certain lighting)! If only my camera could capture this tarantula’s true beauty! Amazingly, this living work of art has a docile demeanor and is extremely tolerant of handling! Furthermore, the Lava Spider does not burrow, making them a great display tarantula! Now being a dwarf species, that’s a bit on the larger side… you can expect your Davus sp. Panama to max out at around 4 inches in leg span. However, what they lack in size, they more then make up for with their stunning looks and aggressive feeding response! This exact specimen is a Sub-Adult female that’s 3+ inches in Diagonal leg span (DLS) Luckily for you this individual is WELL past the vulnerable stage for this species! You see when the Lava Spider begins life at 0.025 of an inch making them very sensitive… But at around 1 inch Davus sp. Panama becomes extremely hardy. Tolerating both arid and humid environments! Anyways, If you’re interested in adding this EXTREMELY RARE and EXOTIC tarantula to your collection feel free to ask me any questions you may have! 😁

Experience level - Beginner/Intermediate At there current size there a very hardy species… But smaller individuals are very sensitive and can be prone to sudden death syndrome 

Personality - docile, relaxed, can be shy at times but overall tolerant of handling! 

Growth rate - Fast to Medium

Adult size - 4+ inches DLS

Lifespan - 15 to 20 years

Lava Spider Care - These hardy females thrive in a semi-arboreal setup with plenty of ventilation.Use an enclosure with height and include a vertical cork bark for climbing. This allows the spider to distance itself from damp substrate if overwatering occurs.Keep the substrate moist, not soaked. Let it dry out before re-spraying to avoid overly humid conditions.Provide a water dish for hydration. To summarize, avoid excessive moisture, ensure proper ventilation, and allow the substrate to dry for part of the week. With this setup, your Lava Spider will thrive!