Homoeomma chilensis (Chile Flame) Sling 0.5-1cm
£40.00
Homoeomma chilensis is a calm, slow-growing New World tarantula admired for its fiery red colouring and relaxed temperament.
| Weight | 10 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3 × 3 × 5 cm |
| Sex | Unknown |
| Life Stage | Spiderling |
| Temp. | 18-24 |
| Humidity | 50-60% |
| Geography | Chile |
| Modus vivendi | Terrestrial |
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Homoeomma chilensis is the tarantula equivalent of a tiny grumpy pensioner in a fluffy red jumper. It enjoys sitting still, judging your life choices from its hide, and occasionally accepting a snack like it’s doing you a favour. Slow-moving, beautiful, and surprisingly chill, this species is all about quiet confidence and dramatic hair.
🏡 Care guide
🏠 Enclosure setup
- Simple terrestrial enclosure with plenty of floor space
- Deep substrate for occasional burrowing
- Cork bark hides and light décor work perfectly
- Keep the enclosure dry with a water dish available
🌡️ Temperature & humidity
- Temperature: around 20–26°C
- Humidity: low to moderate
- Dry substrate preferred with occasional slight moisture in one corner
- Good ventilation is important
🕷️ Temperament
- Generally calm and slow-moving
- Rarely defensive compared to many species
- May flick urticating hairs if disturbed repeatedly
- Often considered a good display species for calmer collections
🍽️ Feeding
- Crickets, roaches, and similar feeders
- Spiderlings may eat slowly
- Adults usually feed every 1–2 weeks
- Can occasionally fast, especially during cooler periods
🕸️ Behaviour
- Mostly terrestrial with light burrowing behaviour
- Often stays visible once comfortable
- Slow-growing but rewarding to keep long-term
💭 Final thoughts
Homoeomma chilensis is a fantastic species for keepers who appreciate calm personalities and subtle beauty. It may not sprint around or web everything into oblivion, but its fiery colours and laid-back attitude make it wonderfully charming.
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At The Spoodoire, the safety and wellbeing of our tarantulas always comes first. Every spider is packed with care using secure containers, insulation when needed, and appropriate ventilation to help ensure safe travel.
Shipping Information
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To qualify for a DOA claim:
- The parcel must be accepted on the first delivery attempt.
- We must be contacted within 1 hour of delivery confirmation.
- Clear photographs/videos of the unopened container and specimen must be provided.
- The tarantula must remain in its original packaging until reviewed.
If a DOA is confirmed, we will offer either:
- A replacement specimen (where available), or
- Store credit equal to the value of the animal.
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- Incorrect shipping information provided by the customer
- Delayed collection or missed deliveries
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- Issues caused by extreme weather after delivery
- Stress-related behaviour, moulting, or temporary lethargy following transit
- Unsuitable temperatures.
Please allow your tarantula time to settle after arrival. Many spiders may remain motionless or defensive immediately after shipping, which is completely normal.
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