{"product_id":"tarantula-megaphobema-robustum-columbian-giant-red-leg","title":"Tarantula - Megaphobema robustum - Columbian Giant Red Leg - GNG","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Columbian Giant Red Leg (Megaphobema robustum) is one of the largest and most impressive tarantula species, prized by experienced keepers for its striking appearance. This heavy-bodied spider features distinctive reddish-orange leg markings and can reach a leg span of 7–8 inches at maturity. Housing: Provide an enclosure with at least 20 gallons of floor space and 12 inches of vertical height. Use a substrate mix of coconut husk and peat moss, 4–6 inches deep, to support burrowing behavior. Maintain temperatures between 75–80°F and humidity around 75–80%. Feeding: Offer appropriately sized prey (crickets, roaches) every 7–10 days for juveniles; adults may feed less frequently. Remove uneaten prey within 24 hours. Handling: While generally docile, this species can be defensive when threatened. Handling is not recommended; instead, observe and appreciate from a distance. Lifespan: Females typically live 12–15 years; males 3–6 years. Care Level: Intermediate to advanced. This species is suitable for keepers with prior tarantula experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nova Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45507879764105,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/6962\/4713\/files\/ColombianGiantRed-leg_1_2_751be415-e200-401b-9dd6-4d0cf3025c99.jpg?v=1775939183","url":"https:\/\/novareptiles.com\/products\/tarantula-megaphobema-robustum-columbian-giant-red-leg","provider":"Nova Reptiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}