{"product_id":"pamphobeteus-sp-arana-pollito-chicken-spider-massive-new-world-birdeater-live-arrival-guarantee","title":"Pamphobeteus sp. 'Araña Pollito' – Chicken Spider | Massive New World Birdeater | Live Arrival Guarantee","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePamphobeteus sp. 'Araña Pollito' – The Chicken Spider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize, life stage \u0026amp; quantity options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the exact option from the product selector before adding this item to your cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize \/ stock option:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4-1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are reproduced as listed in the ordering options. If you need a specific body length or leg span, please confirm the measurement with us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a quantity, sex, or life stage not specified in your chosen option, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact Isopod King\u003c\/a\u003e before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew tarantulas command attention quite like the \u003cstrong\u003eChicken Spider (\u003cem\u003ePamphobeteus sp. 'Araña Pollito'\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Named after the local legend that this giant birdeater is large enough to prey on small chicks, this species hails exclusively from the \u003cstrong\u003eMadre de Dios region of southeastern Peru\u003c\/strong\u003e — a remote and biodiverse corner of the Amazon basin. With a massive legspan, bold coloration, and a personality that matches its size, this is a true centerpiece animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Love This Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive size\u003c\/strong\u003e – One of the larger Pamphobeteus species, with females reaching 8\"+ legspan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriking adult males\u003c\/strong\u003e – Males display vivid violet-purple iridescence, making them among the most beautiful tarantulas in the genus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust and hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e – Tolerates a range of husbandry conditions; a forgiving species for experienced keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive and bold\u003c\/strong\u003e – Less prone to hiding than many large terrestrials; often visible and on display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegendary status\u003c\/strong\u003e – A bucket-list species for serious collectors and Pamphobeteus enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecies Snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pamphobeteus sp. 'Araña Pollito'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicken Spider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madre de Dios region, southeastern Peru (New World)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Legspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–9+ inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Defensive; can be fast and skittish — recommended for experienced keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVenom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, typical of New World species; urticating hairs present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunal:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWebbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; may create surface webbing around burrow entrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large terrestrial setup; adults require 20+ gallon equivalent with floor space priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6\" of coco fiber, peat, or bioactive mix; allow for burrowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–75%; keep one corner of substrate slightly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large roaches, crickets, or superworms every 10–14 days for adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Chicken Spider ships with our \u003cstrong\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the rare event your animal arrives deceased, photo and video documentation of the animal in the original, unopened packaging is required to process a DOA claim. Please review our full policy before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-arrival-photo-instructions=\"email\"\u003eReport a live-arrival problem within one hour of carrier-recorded delivery or pickup. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@isopodking.com\"\u003esupport@isopodking.com\u003c\/a\u003e with your order number, clear photos of the affected animals and all packaging, and a brief description. The contact form does not accept photo attachments. Keep the animals, products, and packaging until the claim is resolved. Send any video documentation required by this listing to the same email address. 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