Avicularia purpurea

Avicularia purpurea may not be the best choice for beginners in keeping tarantulas. Although they generally react defensively and try to escape, their frantic flight reactions can be a challenge for inexperienced keepers. For a gentle introduction to the world of Avicularia species, we recommend a calmer species such as Avicularia versicolor. These are often a little more patient and easier to handle. Nevertheless, it is important to emphasise that all Avicularia species require a certain level of expertise to optimally meet their needs. If someone just wants to have a tarantula as a pet, without being intensively involved in the hobby, we would rather recommend other species.