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Pink Bloom Tarantula for sale from Big Z's (Pamphobeteus sp. 'Platyomma'). Comes with a Spice rating and a care guide, and ships packed for the weather.
Pamphobeteus sp. 'Platyomma' (Pink Bloom Tarantula)
A big South American birdeater, starting small. Right now the Pink Bloom is a 1 inch sling with an orange abdomen and a bold black pattern on top, and it won't stay small long: Pamphobeteus eat hard, grow fast and finish as heavy-bodied terrestrials around 7.5 to 9 inches across. Mature males of the genus turn iridescent purple. These are captive-bred slings. Grab a Pink Bloom today and raise one of the hobby's big birdeaters from the start.
Why do hobbyists keep the Pink Bloom?
- Fast Growth: Pamphobeteus grow quickly, so you see real change from molt to molt.
- A Big Finish: the genus runs about 7.5 to 9 inches leg span as adults.
- The Purple Payoff: mature males of the genus turn iridescent purple.
How should the Pink Bloom be kept?
- Adult Size: the genus runs about 7.5 to 9 inches leg span.
- Enclosure: as a sling, a small ventilated enclosure with moist-leaning substrate it can dig in and a hide. It moves to a Burrow Buddy as a juvenile, and adults need a large custom terrestrial, about 18 x 18 x 12 inches or bigger.
- Temperature: 72 to 80 degrees F. Cooler room temperatures are fine.
- Humidity: 65 to 75 percent. Moist lower substrate, drier surface and cross ventilation. Don't let it dry out.
- Water: a dish with pebbles in it so a sling can't drown.
- Diet: slings eat about twice a week. Adults eat every one to two weeks.
- Temperament: bold but skittish and fast. It kicks urticating hairs when stressed, so keep them out of your eyes and airway. A watch-only tarantula, not a handling pet.
Are there any additional notes or considerations?
- Captive-Bred: raised in captivity, sold at 1 inch.
- Hobby Name: Pink Bloom is the hobby name for a Pamphobeteus sold as sp. 'Platyomma'. The exact species is still unconfirmed.
- Mind the Drop: a heavy Pamphobeteus and a fall don't mix. Keep climbing height low as it grows.
- Spice Level 3: Intermediate. One animal, shipped live on FedEx Overnight, Monday to Wednesday. Live Arrival Guarantee on overnight orders.
Full care is in the care guide. It covers enclosure size, temperature, humidity, feeding, molting signs and handling limits for this species. Read the Advanced guide, or the shorter Simple guide →
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- Spice 3 · Intermediate
- Source
- CB: captive-bred.
- Keeping
- Display animal. Kept in its enclosure, not handled.
Pink Bloom Tarantula (Pamphobeteus sp. 'Platyomma')
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- Venom
- Mild venom
- Kicks urticating hairs
- Type
- Terrestrial
- Ground dweller · New World
- Climate
- 72-80°F · 65-75%
- Cross ventilation, moist substrate below
- Feeding
- Strong feeder
- Slings 2x weekly, adults every 1-2 weeks
- Housing
- Solo only
- Water
- Dish with pebbles
From our Pamphobeteus Birdeaters group guide (Pamphobeteus spp.). Read the full guide
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FedEx Standard Overnight $44.99 or Priority Overnight $49.99, both with the Live Arrival Guarantee; free overnight on orders $499.99 and up. FedEx 2Day $34.99 has no guarantee and needs a signed waiver. Pickup in the Phoenix area or at an expo is free (arrange with Big Z first). Weather holds are free and we message you first.
Enclosure size note
Sizes up past Baby Buddy
Baby Buddy fits the listed smaller size. The animal may outgrow it at full adult size, and then move into Burrow Buddy. An adult may need a larger custom terrestrial enclosure. Ask Big Z if you need help choosing the next enclosure.
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About this Fella Big Z's notes
Pink Bloom Tarantula for sale from Big Z's (Pamphobeteus sp. 'Platyomma'). Comes with a Spice rating and a care guide, and ships packed for the weather.
Pamphobeteus sp. 'Platyomma' (Pink Bloom Tarantula)
A big South American birdeater, starting small. Right now the Pink Bloom is a 1 inch sling with an orange abdomen and a bold black pattern on top, and it won't stay small long: Pamphobeteus eat hard, grow fast and finish as heavy-bodied terrestrials around 7.5 to 9 inches across. Mature males of the genus turn iridescent purple. These are captive-bred slings. Grab a Pink Bloom today and raise one of the hobby's big birdeaters from the start.
Why do hobbyists keep the Pink Bloom?
- Fast Growth: Pamphobeteus grow quickly, so you see real change from molt to molt.
- A Big Finish: the genus runs about 7.5 to 9 inches leg span as adults.
- The Purple Payoff: mature males of the genus turn iridescent purple.
How should the Pink Bloom be kept?
- Adult Size: the genus runs about 7.5 to 9 inches leg span.
- Enclosure: as a sling, a small ventilated enclosure with moist-leaning substrate it can dig in and a hide. It moves to a Burrow Buddy as a juvenile, and adults need a large custom terrestrial, about 18 x 18 x 12 inches or bigger.
- Temperature: 72 to 80 degrees F. Cooler room temperatures are fine.
- Humidity: 65 to 75 percent. Moist lower substrate, drier surface and cross ventilation. Don't let it dry out.
- Water: a dish with pebbles in it so a sling can't drown.
- Diet: slings eat about twice a week. Adults eat every one to two weeks.
- Temperament: bold but skittish and fast. It kicks urticating hairs when stressed, so keep them out of your eyes and airway. A watch-only tarantula, not a handling pet.
Are there any additional notes or considerations?
- Captive-Bred: raised in captivity, sold at 1 inch.
- Hobby Name: Pink Bloom is the hobby name for a Pamphobeteus sold as sp. 'Platyomma'. The exact species is still unconfirmed.
- Mind the Drop: a heavy Pamphobeteus and a fall don't mix. Keep climbing height low as it grows.
- Spice Level 3: Intermediate. One animal, shipped live on FedEx Overnight, Monday to Wednesday. Live Arrival Guarantee on overnight orders.
Full care is in the care guide. It covers enclosure size, temperature, humidity, feeding, molting signs and handling limits for this species. Read the Advanced guide, or the shorter Simple guide →
- Lane
- Spice 3 · Intermediate
- Source
- CB: captive-bred.
- Keeping
- Display animal. Kept in its enclosure, not handled.
What ships with this order Care + shipping
- A free care guide for this species
- A heat or cold pack when the forecast calls for it
- Tracking and an arrival window before it ships
- Message Big Z about your animal for as long as you keep it
Care guideSpice 3 · Intermediate
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Pamphobeteus Birdeaters
Pamphobeteus spp. · Spice 3: Intermediate. Baby Buddy for slings. Burrow Buddy for juveniles. Large custom enclosure for adults.
Pamphobeteus spp.
Sold under its hobby name. This guide covers the group or trade name this fella is sold as, so the ranges fit the whole group. Start in the middle and watch how your animal settles in.
Pamphobeteus Birdeaters
Big Z's Quick Verdict: Big, fast-growing Andean-foothill birdeaters. Bold but skittish, not defensive. Mature males turn iridescent purple before their final molt. Adults reach about 7.5-9 inches across.
Group: TarantulasDifficulty: Spice 3: IntermediateSetup: Large terrestrial, opportunistic burrowerHandling: Not recommended, bold but skittish
Use This Guide Safely
- Confirm the exact animal. Match this guide to the species, locality, size, and life stage on your label. If the ID is uncertain, use the more conservative part of the range and ask before changing the setup.
- Change one thing at a time. Treat temperature and humidity as target zones, then watch posture, burrowing, drinking, feeding, and molt behavior before making another adjustment.
- Respect the handling boundary. If the guide says no handling, fast, defensive, or medically significant, plan transfers with catch cups, locked lids, and no bare hands. For serious bites, stings, or symptoms, seek emergency medical care.
Quick Care Snapshot
| Temp | 72-80°F, tolerates down to 65°F |
|---|---|
| Humidity | 65-75%, cross ventilation, moist substrate below |
| Setup | Large terrestrial, opportunistic burrower |
| Substrate | Soil/coco mix, 4-6 in, moist-leaning |
| Feeding | Strong feeder: slings 2x weekly, adults every 1-2 weeks |
| Handling | Not recommended, bold but skittish |
Humidity zones: Very Low under 30% - Low 30-60% - Low-Moderate 40-70% - Moderate 60-80% - Moderate-High 70-85% - High 80%+ - Very High 90%+
Recommended Big Z's Setup
- Baby Buddy for slings.
- Burrow Buddy for juveniles.
- Large custom enclosure for adults.
Critical Notes
- An oversized abdomen plus a fall is this genus's usual injury.
- Urticating hairs (Type I/III), moderately irritating; keep out of eyes and airway.
- Bold but skittish and fast; expect bolting when startled.
- More humidity-dependent than most large terrestrials; don't let it dry out.
- Keep pebbles in the water dish so slings cannot drown.
Care Basics
- Moist-leaning, not wet, substrate 4-6 in deep, with a water dish.
- Put pebbles in the dish so slings cannot drown.
- Cross-ventilate low on two opposite walls.
- Keep it at 72-80°F; cooler room temps are fine.
- Give a hide; expect a confident but jumpy big spider.
Feeding, Growth & Maintenance
- Voracious: slings 2x weekly, adults every 1-2 weeks; can outgrow an LP in year one.
- Watch body condition; an oversized abdomen plus a fall is the usual injury.
- Premolt: sluggish, seals up, refuses food for days to weeks. Pull uneaten prey, leave it alone, and wait 5-10 days after the molt before feeding again.
Current Big Z's catalog: Yes
Pamphobeteus spp.
Sold under its hobby name. This guide covers the group or trade name this fella is sold as, so the ranges fit the whole group. Start in the middle and watch how your animal settles in.
Pamphobeteus Birdeaters: Advanced Care Guide
Keeper Snapshot: Big, fast-growing Andean-foothill birdeaters. Bold but skittish, not defensive. Mature males turn iridescent purple before their final molt. Adults reach about 7.5-9 inches across.
Group: TarantulasDifficulty: Spice 3: IntermediateSetup: Large terrestrial, opportunistic burrowerHandling: Not recommended, bold but skittish
Use This Guide Safely
- Confirm the exact animal. Match this guide to the species, locality, size, and life stage on your label. If the ID is uncertain, use the more conservative part of the range and ask before changing the setup.
- Change one thing at a time. Treat temperature and humidity as target zones, then watch posture, burrowing, drinking, feeding, and molt behavior before making another adjustment.
- Respect the handling boundary. If the guide says no handling, fast, defensive, or medically significant, plan transfers with catch cups, locked lids, and no bare hands. For serious bites, stings, or symptoms, seek emergency medical care.
Quick Snapshot
| Temperature | 72-80°F, tolerates down to 65°F |
|---|---|
| Humidity | 65-75%, cross ventilation, moist substrate below |
| Setup Type | Large terrestrial, opportunistic burrower |
| Substrate | Soil/coco mix, 4-6 in, moist-leaning |
| Feeding | Strong feeder: slings 2x weekly, adults every 1-2 weeks |
| Care Difficulty | Spice 3: Intermediate |
| Handling | Not recommended, bold but skittish |
Humidity zones: Very Low under 30% - Low 30-60% - Low-Moderate 40-70% - Moderate 60-80% - Moderate-High 70-85% - High 80%+ - Very High 90%+
Enclosure Format / Size Class
- Terrestrial burrow setup for juveniles.
- Large custom enclosure for adults.
Warnings First
- An oversized abdomen plus a fall is this genus's usual injury.
- Urticating hairs (Type I/III), moderately irritating; keep out of eyes and airway.
- Bold but skittish and fast; expect bolting when startled.
- More humidity-dependent than most large terrestrials; don't let it dry out.
- Keep pebbles in the water dish so slings cannot drown.
Simple Care
- Moist-leaning, not wet, substrate 4-6 in deep, with a water dish.
- Put pebbles in the dish so slings cannot drown.
- Cross-ventilate low on two opposite walls.
- Keep it at 72-80°F; cooler room temps are fine.
- Give a hide; expect a confident but jumpy big spider.
Advanced Keeper Notes
Enclosure & Microclimate
- Adults want an 18×18×12 in enclosure or larger, with moist-leaning substrate deep enough for an opportunistic burrow.
- Cool, humid air holds moisture poorly: vent low on two opposite walls, at or just above the substrate, so air crosses the damp layer instead of stagnating.
- Judge moisture by hand: lower layers should hold shape when squeezed, the surface drier. If the glass fogs, add airflow.
- Mist into the burrow entrance and under the hide, not across the whole surface.
Feeding, Growth & Maintenance
- Voracious: slings 2x weekly, adults every 1-2 weeks; can outgrow an LP in year one.
- Watch body condition; an oversized abdomen plus a fall is the usual injury.
- Premolt: sluggish, seals up, refuses food for days to weeks. Pull uneaten prey, leave it alone, and wait 5-10 days after the molt before feeding again.
Possible Origin / Range
- Likely native range: Andean foothills of Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, Bolivia and Brazil: humid montane forest.
- Habitat translation: Large terrestrial enclosure with moist-leaning substrate deep enough for an opportunistic burrow, a water dish, and cooler-than-tropical temperatures.
Advanced Keeper Details
- Hobby names include P. antinous, P. nigricolor, P. machala, P. ultramarinus, P. platyomma, and locality forms like 'Mascara' and 'Colombia'.
- Growth sometimes outpaces an LP (Lasiodora parahybana) in the first year.
- Mature males develop a bright iridescent purple sheen before their final molt, a normal sign of ageing.
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