Avicularia Juruensis M2 - Peru Purple Pink Toe (Sling)

SIP Code: IL-NW-AR-S-008
Scientific Name: Avicularia juruensis (Morphotype 2, Peru)
Common Names: Peru Purple Pinktoe Tarantula, Avic juruensis M2 (Sling)

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Origin / Habitat

Native to the Peruvian Amazon Basin. Inhabits humid, tropical lowland rainforests where it constructs silken retreats in foliage, bromeliads, and bark cavities high in the canopy. Conditions remain warm, damp, and shaded with steady air movement year-round.

Category

New World Arboreal

Adult Size

Females: 5 – 6 in (12 – 15 cm) leg span
Males: smaller and slender

Temperament / Behavior

Generally calm yet quick and agile. Slings are delicate, preferring to retreat rather than posture. They spin light tubular webs among vertical surfaces and may leap when startled.

Recommended Enclosure (Sling Setup)

Use a 16 – 32 oz vertical deli-cup or micro-arboreal enclosure with dense cross-ventilation (holes on sides and lid). Provide a vertical cork shard or twig for web anchoring and a small amount of artificial foliage.
Substrate: thin layer, lightly moist but never wet; moisten one corner only to maintain localized humidity. Avoid condensation or stagnant air.

Upgrade path: Move to an 8–10 in vertical arboreal enclosure once the sling is feeding reliably and has molted 1–2 times.

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature: 75 – 82 °F (24 – 28 °C)
Humidity: 70 – 80 % RH (maintained via localized moisture, not saturation)
Ventilation: High — critical for sling health and prevention of stagnant, overly damp air

Diet / Feeding Frequency

Slings: Flightless fruit flies or micro crickets 2–3× per week (pre-killed pieces if needed)
Juveniles: Small crickets or roach nymphs twice weekly (after sizing up)
Adults: Medium crickets or dubia roaches once weekly (reference only)
Remove uneaten prey within 24 hours.

Growth Rate & Lifespan

Moderate growth. Females mature in ~3 – 4 years and live 10 – 12 years; males 3 – 4 years post-maturity.

Handling / Caution

Handling not recommended — slings are extremely fragile and can jump suddenly. Work slowly, use long tools, and avoid vibrations or sudden air movement.

Invert-Labs – Summary

The Peru Purple Pinktoe is a delicate, vibrant arboreal tarantula that thrives with airflow, vertical structure, and light localized moisture. Stable conditions and careful feeding are key to raising healthy slings into their iconic iridescent purple adult form.

Care Snapshot

Difficulty: Intermediate (sling sensitivity)
Temperament: Calm / Fast
Enclosure: Arboreal Sling (16–32 oz cross-vented)
Temperature: 75 – 82 °F
Humidity: 70 – 80 % (localized)
Growth / Lifespan: Moderate | 10 – 12 yrs (female)

Beginner Guidance

Maintain strong cross-ventilation and light localized moisture. Feed small prey often and offer water as fine droplets on foliage —not directly on the sling. Consistency is critical for healthy development.