Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens / green bottle blue spiderling

The Green Bottle Blue Tarantula (Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens) thrives at temperatures between 24–28°C (75–82°F) with low humidity (around 60–70%) and good ventilation.
🌿 Care Overview
Scientific Name: Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens
Common Name: Green Bottle Blue (GBB) Tarantula
Origin: Northern Venezuela, arid scrubland
Adult Size: 4–6 inch leg span
Lifespan: Females 12–15 years; Males 4–5 years
Temperament: Hardy, active webbers, semi-arboreal but mostly terrestrial
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity
Temperature Range:
Ideal: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
Can tolerate slightly cooler nights (down to ~22°C / 72°F)
Humidity:
Prefers low humidity (60–70%) compared to many tropical tarantulas
Excess humidity can cause health issues; keep enclosure dry with a water dish
Ventilation:
Critical due to their natural arid environment. Use enclosures with cross-ventilation
🏠 Enclosure Setup
Type: Semi-arboreal/terrestrial enclosure with height for webbing
Substrate: Dry substrate (coco fiber, sand mix) — avoid damp conditions
Decor: Branches, cork bark, and plants for web attachment points
Water: Shallow dish; mist lightly only if humidity drops too low
🍽️ Feeding
Diet: Crickets, roaches, mealworms, locusts
Feeding Response: Very strong; known for aggressive feeding behavior
Schedule: Juveniles every 4–5 days; adults weekly
⚠️ Key Tips
Avoid high humidity — this species is adapted to dry climates.
Provide climbing structures — they love to web extensively.
Temperature stability is more important than constant misting.
Beginner-friendly due to hardiness, but fast-moving and not ideal for handling.
Would you like me to create a step-by-step care sheet (like a keeper’s checklist) that you could use as a quick reference for enclosure setup, feeding, and maintenance? That way you’d have a practical guide to follow day-to-day.
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