Phormictopus sp. Sierra Del Borocco - Female 4.5 inch - Goliath Midnight Nebula

The Goliath Midnight Nebula (Phormictopus sp. Sierra Del Borocco)

A One of a Kind New World Giant 

The Midnight Nebula (Phormictopus sp. Sierra Del Borocco) is an extraordinary New World terrestrial tarantula native to the Dominican Republic. This species is brand new to the U.S. hobby, making it one of the rarest and most exciting Phormictopus species available today! Showcasing dark green and purple hues with subtle iridescence, this species is visually striking and unique. Due to its recent introduction to the hobby, adult female images are nonexistent and owning this tarantula means discovering its full beauty firsthand! Like most Phormictopus species, the Goliath Midnight Nebula is always hungry and will never refuse a meal, making feeding time a spectacle! Additionally, this species is said to reach over 8 inches DLS and unlike every other Phormictopus, they don’t look like solid blue baby spiders! 

This 4.5 inch Female exhibits a rich dark green and purple iridescence, setting her apart from any other Phormictopus species. Since no confirmed photos of mature females exist online, this tarantula is a true mystery waiting to be unraveled! As slings, they display a deep purple body and a bright red patch of hairs on their abdomen, gradually developing their signature dark green and purple hues as they develop. Unlike burrowing species, this tarantula spends most of its time out in the open. For those interested in breeding this one of a kind tarantula i have two males for sale! One is 3.5 inches DLS and the other is 2.5 inches DLS making it the perfect option for a future breeding project! Plus you’ll have the chance of being the first person in the country to produce this stunning species! That said, don’t wait, and add the Midnight Nebula to your collection today! 

Experience Level - Beginner 

Personality - Nervous as slings but become more confident the larger they get! Tolerant of handling and very rarely kicks hairs 

Age - 32 months 

Adult Size - 8+ inches DLS 

Current size - 4.5 inches DLS

Life span - 25+ years 

Care - Keep this species in a terrestrial environment with 1 to 2 inches of substrate. They’re very tolerant of dry conditions but prefer moist substrate! For the safety of the animal give her a water dish and that’s about it!