Xenenthis sp. Blue - Powder Blue and Orange Bird Eater - Sub Adult Female

Powder Blue and Orange Bird Eater (Xenenthis sp. Blue) 

The Ultimate Blue Tarantula! 

The Powder Blue Orange Bird-Eater (Xenesthis sp. Blue) is one of the most visually captivating and highly sought-after tarantulas in the hobby. With its shimmering royal blue legs, deep black femurs, and a radiant orangey-pink starburst pattern on its carapace, this species looks like a living gemstone. But its beauty isn’t just skin deep—this tarantula also boasts an impressive size, reaching a staggering 8-9+ inches in leg span. For serious collectors, this is the pinnacle of New World tarantulas, blending size, vibrancy, and an outgoing personality into one breathtaking arachnid. Unlike many large and colorful tarantulas that prefer to stay hidden in burrows, the Powder Blue Orange Bird-Eater is a bold, out-in-the-open display species. Instead of tunneling away and vanishing for weeks at a time, this species prefers to remain visible, confidently roaming its enclosure. This makes it a dream species for those who want to admire their tarantula’s beauty daily without having to wait for nocturnal appearances. Whether resting majestically in the open or preparing to pounce on its next meal, this is a tarantula that always puts on a show.

A Predator With an Insatiable Appetite

Feeding time with this species is nothing short of a nature documentary come to life. The Powder Blue Orange Bird-Eater is known for its explosive feeding responses, often attacking prey with such force that it flips itself over from the sheer impact! This species is an absolute beast when it comes to food, capable of taking down prey larger than itself without hesitation. Watching this tarantula in action is an experience unlike any other, as it exhibits one of the most intense and exciting feeding behaviors in the tarantula world. This female is already 5+ inches in leg span and is growing at an impressive rate. Unlike some slow-growing species, Xenesthis sp. Blue develops quickly, making it an excellent choice for those who want to witness its transformation into a full-fledged giant. She is currently thriving on large Dubia roaches and will devour anything she can overpower. With such rarity and beauty, this is not a tarantula you want to pass up—secure your Powder Blue and Orange Bird-Eater today and own one of the most spectacular Xenesthis species in the world!

Experience Level - Beginner (Very hardy and tolerant of practically all environments)

Personality - Skittish when small but begin to tolerate handling at the 6+ inch range! 

Growth rate - Medium to fast growth speed 

Lifespan - 30+ years 

Adult size - 8-9 inches DLS 

Xenenthis sp. Blue Care - This is one of only two Xenenthis species that requires a dry environment as well as tolerates a large range of temperatures! In its natural habitat rain is very scarce, day time temps regularly surpass triple digits while night time temps drop to almost freezing! In other words… this is one of the hardiest Xenenthis species out there! I recommend you give them a dry environment with easy access to water dish and a large terrestrial enclosure!