Avicularia minatrix (Venezuelan Redstripe Tarantula)

Meet the Venezuelan Redstripe Tarantula, a stunning arboreal beauty that's perfect for enthusiasts seeking a compact species with serious visual appeal. This petite Avicularia minatrix showcases a mesmerizing metallic pink-to-copper sheen across its carapace and legs, paired with a striking red-and-black "bumblebee" striped abdomen that persists into adulthood—a rare trait in the genus. As the smallest member of Avicularia, females max out around 3 to 3.75 inches in diagonal leg span, making them ideal for smaller enclosures. Native to Venezuela and Brazil, these docile climbers thrive in arboreal setups and make rewarding pets for keepers of various experience levels. Expect vibrant personality and those signature pink toe tips that make the genus so iconic.