Caribena versicolor – Antilles pinktoe Sling
£15.00
The Caribena versicolor is a stunning arboreal tarantula known for its incredible colour changes as it grows. Slings start bright metallic blue before developing vibrant greens, reds, and pink tones as adults, making this one of the most visually impressive species in the hobby.
| Weight | 100 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16 × 16 × 16 cm |
| Size | 1-2cm |
| Sex: | Unsexed |
| Life Stage | Spiderling |
| Temp. | 24–28°C |
| Humidity | 79-80% |
| Geography | Antilles |
| Modus vivendi | Arboreal |
This spider goes through more colour phases than a teenager discovering their personality. One month it’s electric blue, the next it looks like it joined a tropical bird exhibit and learned parkour.
🏠 Care Guide
🌡️ Temperature
- Ideal range: 24–28°C
- Prefers stable warm temperatures
💧 Humidity
- Around 70–80%
- Needs slightly humid conditions with excellent cross ventilation
- Avoid keeping the enclosure stuffy or overly wet
🌱 Substrate
- Coco fibre or soil mix
- Slightly moist, never waterlogged
📦 Enclosure
- Arboreal setup with vertical height
- Cork bark tubes and anchor points for webbing
- Strong ventilation is extremely important
🍽️ Feeding
- Crickets
- Small roaches
- Locusts
Feeding Schedule
- Slings: every 3–5 days
- Juveniles: weekly
- Adults: every 1–2 weeks
👀 Temperament
🟡 Fast and jumpy
🟢 Usually not defensive
🟡 Can be skittish during maintenance
🟢 Great display species
The C. versicolor is generally calm for an arboreal tarantula but can move surprisingly quickly when startled.
⭐ Final Thoughts
The Caribena versicolor is easily one of the most beautiful tarantulas available in the hobby. Between the dramatic colour changes, heavy webbing, and active arboreal behaviour, it makes an incredible display species. While the care requires attention to ventilation, keepers willing to provide the right setup are rewarded with a truly spectacular spider.
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Shipping & Live Arrival (DOA) Policy
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
- We currently ship within the UK only.
- Live animals are shipped using approved next-day delivery services where possible.
- Orders are usually dispatched Monday–Wednesday to avoid weekend delays.
- We may delay shipping during periods of extreme hot or cold weather for animal welfare reasons.
- Customers will receive tracking details once their order has been dispatched.
Please ensure somebody is available to receive the parcel on the first delivery attempt.
Live Arrival Guarantee (DOA Policy)
We offer a Live Arrival Guarantee on all tarantulas provided the following conditions are met:
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.
Shipping costs are non-refundable.
Situations not covered by the guarantee
The Live Arrival Guarantee does not cover:
- Incorrect shipping information provided by the customer
- Delayed collection or missed deliveries
- Parcels redirected or left in unsafe locations
- 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.
Weather Delays
We reserve the right to postpone shipping if temperatures are considered unsafe for transport. We would rather delay a parcel than risk the health of the animal.
Questions?
If you have any concerns about your order, packaging, or new eight-legged roommate, feel free to contact us and we’ll always do our best to help.
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