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Hapalopus guerreroi (Speckled Patch Tarantula) If you know the Pumpkin Patch tarantula, meet its larger, arguably more spectacular cousin. The Speckled Patch is one of the most uniquely colored dwarf tarantulas in the hobby — slings arrive bold black and orange from day one and only get more complex as they grow. Juveniles show warm orange and black patterning across the whole body, but adults are a different animal entirely. The femurs become a deep velvet black with a subtle blue hue, while the rest of the legs carry bold orange markings down their length. The abdomen turns black with dense red-orange speckles scattered across the surface — far more chaotic and detailed than the cleaner markings of the Pumpkin Patch, which is exactly how this species earned its name. The carapace develops a rich orange surround with a deep black center that frames the whole animal. A heavy webber and active terrestrial from the forests of Colombia, reaching 3.5 inches and beyond. Grab this New World tarantula for sale today if you want one of the most uniquely colored dwarf tarantulas in the hobby! We successfully produced these in May 2026! Why do hobbyists keep Hapalopus guerreroi? Coloration: Near black legs with orange highlights, subtly iridescent blue femurs, a gold-orange ringed carapace with a darker center, and a densely speckled abdomen. Every feature on this animal is worth looking at up close. Color Transition: Slings arrive as bold black and orange miniature adults with bright yellow-orange abdomens. As they grow the legs darken, the femur iridescence develops, and the speckled abdomen pattern becomes increasingly detailed. The whole grow-out is a reward. Heavy Webber: A prolific webber that decorates its enclosure extensively and stays visible within its web structures. One of the better display dwarfs available. Adult Size: Reaches 3.5 inches and beyond, making it the larger cousin of the Pumpkin Patch with noticeably more presence in an enclosure. Produced in-house: We produced a batch of these spiderlings in house in May 2026! Look for the option that states "Bred in House" for the slings we bred in our facility. How should Hapalopus guerreroi be kept? Adult Size: Reaches 3.5 inches and beyond. Larger and more heavily built than the standard Pumpkin Patch, with coloration that gets more complex as it grows. Enclosure: Terrestrial enclosure with floor space around 3 times the leg span and height around 2 times the leg span, with substrate depth close to the leg span to support webbing and shallow burrows. Provide anchor points for webbing — this species will use them. Temperature: 75 to 80 degrees F. Stable room temperature works well for most keepers. Humidity: Moderate to slightly higher humidity with good airflow. Keep substrate slightly moist rather than letting it dry out fully. Good ventilation is critical. Cross ventilation works best, but ample top ventilation can also be effective as long as the enclosure is not over-misted. Water: A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out. Diet: Crickets, roaches, and similar prey sized appropriately to the carapace (head). Feed regularly to support steady growth on this active species. Temperament: Generally calm, quick to retreat into webbing or burrow when disturbed. Are there any additional notes or considerations? Taxonomy note: This species has had a winding taxonomic history — originally listed in the hobby as Hapalopus sp. "Guerilla," then moved to Hapalopus vanghogi, before being formally described and classified as Hapalopus guerreroi within the last year. Same animal, finally with a proper name. Pumpkin Patch comparison: Care is nearly identical to the well-documented Hapalopus sp. "Colombia Large." If you have kept a Pumpkin Patch you will feel right at home with this species. Webbing anchor points: Multiple anchor points in the enclosure from day one directly impacts how much this species webs and how visible it stays. Cork bark, fake plants, and elevated features all help. Captive bred: All our reptiles and tarantulas are 100% captive bred! Listing Notes This listing includes multiple size options. Animals are unsexed, there is approximately a 5050 chance of male or female on most species.

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