As adults this gorgeous species has a purple-blue metallic iridescence to it. Starting off as fuzzy purple spiderlings, you will watch it change a little with each molt as it develops into a regal adult. This well-tempered beauty is an excellent choice for any collector.
Name Pronunciation:
Avicularia (uh-vik-yuh-LAH-ree-uh)
purpurea (purh-PURH-ee-uh)
*Adapted from The American Tarantula Society
Name and Description History:
Avicularia purpurea Kirk, 1990