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Paraiba Jewel Tarantula (Typhochlaena curimum)Meet the Typhochlaena curimum — the rarer, even more elusive cousin of the legendary T. seladonia. Hailing from the Atlantic Forest region of Paraíba, Brazil, this spectacular arboreal trapdoor tarantula shares the same jaw-dropping iridescent beauty as its famous relative, but with far fewer opportunities to own one. If you know T. seladonia, you know how special the Typhochlaena genus is — curimum takes that prestige to another level.Why Typhochlaena curimum? Exceptional Rarity: Significantly rarer in the hobby than T. seladonia — a true collector's opportunity Stunning Iridescence: Shares the metallic, gem-like coloration of the Typhochlaena genus that collectors worldwide covet Unique Arboreal Trapdoor Behavior: Constructs a silk-lined trapdoor retreat in bark crevices — a captivating hunting strategy unlike any other tarantula Compact & Display-Worthy: Small species, often visible at the trapdoor entrance — more observable than most fossorial trapdoor spiders Pinnacle of the Hobby: Owning a curimum is a milestone for any serious arachnid collector Care RequirementsCare mirrors T. seladonia: arboreal setup with vertical cork bark, crushed leaf litter, and sphagnum moss for trapdoor construction. Keep humidity low, temperatures warm (75–82°F), and provide excellent ventilation. Feed appropriately sized crickets, roaches, or small insects. Allow substrate to dry completely between mistings.✅ Live Arrival Guarantee — All tarantulas ship safely with our industry-leading live arrival guarantee.
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Estimated shipping date: To be calculated
Ships from: Cleveland, TX
Shipping fee: $60
Sales tax:
. We're required by law to collect sales tax and applicable fees for certain tax authorities.
. Sales taxes vary depending on state.
Returns and exchanges:
. Returns and exchanges are not accepted.
Product description
Paraiba Jewel Tarantula (Typhochlaena curimum)Meet the Typhochlaena curimum — the rarer, even more elusive cousin of the legendary T. seladonia. Hailing from the Atlantic Forest region of Paraíba, Brazil, this spectacular arboreal trapdoor tarantula shares the same jaw-dropping iridescent beauty as its famous relative, but with far fewer opportunities to own one. If you know T. seladonia, you know how special the Typhochlaena genus is — curimum takes that prestige to another level.Why Typhochlaena curimum? Exceptional Rarity: Significantly rarer in the hobby than T. seladonia — a true collector's opportunity Stunning Iridescence: Shares the metallic, gem-like coloration of the Typhochlaena genus that collectors worldwide covet Unique Arboreal Trapdoor Behavior: Constructs a silk-lined trapdoor retreat in bark crevices — a captivating hunting strategy unlike any other tarantula Compact & Display-Worthy: Small species, often visible at the trapdoor entrance — more observable than most fossorial trapdoor spiders Pinnacle of the Hobby: Owning a curimum is a milestone for any serious arachnid collector Care RequirementsCare mirrors T. seladonia: arboreal setup with vertical cork bark, crushed leaf litter, and sphagnum moss for trapdoor construction. Keep humidity low, temperatures warm (75–82°F), and provide excellent ventilation. Feed appropriately sized crickets, roaches, or small insects. Allow substrate to dry completely between mistings.✅ Live Arrival Guarantee — All tarantulas ship safely with our industry-leading live arrival guarantee.
Shipping & policies
Estimated shipping date: To be calculated
Ships from: Cleveland, TX
Shipping fee: $60
Sales tax:
. We're required by law to collect sales tax and applicable fees for certain tax authorities.
. Sales taxes vary depending on state.
Returns and exchanges:
. Returns and exchanges are not accepted.
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