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Avicularia avicularia
The pinktoe tarantula is native to South America, Costa Rica to Brazil, and the southern Caribbean. The mature pinktoe tarantula has a dark-colored body and pinkish feet, while juvenile specimens have pinkish bodies and dark-colored feet. Pinktoe tarantulas undergo a reversal in their coloration as they approach adulthood at 4–5 years. Their venom is considered mild.
I know right !!..I must say though, I was really excited when a colleague pointed it out to me. Up until a few months ago, I never knew that such a beautiful spider even existed in my country but thanks to the BBC and the airing of one particular documentary, I can now say that I'm a lot less ignorant of it existence.
Spotted on Aug 4, 2012
Submitted on Jan 4, 2013
