Name Pronunciation:
Avicularia (uh-vik-yuh-LAH-ree-uh)
metallica (meh-TAA-luh-kuh)
*Adapted from The American Tarantula Society
Avicularia metallica (Metallic Pinktoe Tarantula) Information + Caresheet
Avicularia metallica (Metallic Pinktoe Tarantula) M6 Info + Care
New World, Arboreal
Size: 5” +
Growth Rate: Medium
Natural Habitat: South and Central America
Housing Needs: Arboreal setup. Higher humidity.
Temperament: Relatively docile but can be quick. They can also jump and bolt quite quickly. This genus has a unique defense mechanism by which they will launch excrement when they feel threatened. It can go as far as 2 or 3 feet. They also tend to jump, especially as babies and juveniles, and are particularly sensitive to breezes. If a spiderling escapes, hold your breath as you manipulate it back into the enclosure because the slightest breath will cause it to bolt.
Longevity: About 12 years for females.
About: Avicularia metallica is an absolutely gorgeous fuzzy arboreal tarantula. It has iridescent shades of blues and greens over its entire body. It is also known as Avic avic M6. Their natural habitat is very warm and humid, they do well at warmer room temperatures and with high ventilation, but also require good ventilation to thrive. They need an arboreal setup with cork tubes and foliage to hide on and in. This species will web it's enclosure with tunnels and hammocks, generally filling the top area. a front opening enclosure is suggested as not to destroy their webbing when opening the tank.