The Brazilian Blue Tarantula (Lasiocyano sazimai) which used to be called Pterinopelma sazimai, is famous for its shiny blue color. The terrestrial tarantula found in Brazil’s Bahia and Minas Gerais regions favors rocky and dry places. Tarantula enthusiasts appreciate this species because it looks unique and is easy to handle.
╰┈➤ Species Overview 🕷️
- Scientific Name: Lasiocyano sazimai
- Common Name: Brazilian Blue Tarantula
- Type: Terrestrial, Opportunistic Burrower
- Native Range: Brazil – Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Chapada Diamantina regions
- Size: Approximately 5.5-6 inches (14-16 cm) diagonal leg span
- Lifespan: Females up to 12-15 years; Males 4-5 years
- Temperament: Skittish, occasionally defensive
- Experience Level: Intermediate
╰┈➤Enclosure Setup
Making the habitat optimal helps your Brazilian Blue Tarantula thrive and stay well.
Enclosure Size
A Brazilian Blue Tarantula grows large, so its enclosure should be around 30 cm in each direction. Juveniles and spiderlings can start out in a smaller cage and move to a bigger one as they mature. An enclosure should be wider than it is tall to protect your pet from falling.
Substrate
To keep the pot soil humid, use coconut fiber or peat moss or mix them. Keep your substrate between 5 and 8 cm, so your pets can make tunnels. Make sure the substrate is only a little wet, as this helps stop mold from forming.
Temperature and level of humidity
Try to keep temperatures around 24-28°C (75-82°F) through the day and let them go a little lower at night. Your room should have humidity levels between 70% and 80%. Three or four light sprays a week are enough to maintain comfortable humidity. Proper ventilation should help you avoid stuffy air in the room.
Hiding Spots
Offer places to hide using cork bark, half logs or artificial plants. They protect your tarantula and reduce their stress levels.
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╰┈➤Feeding and Diet
The Brazilian Blue Tarantula is an opportunistic feeder with a diet primarily consisting of insects.
🟠 Feeding Schedule
- Feed your spiderlings a meal made of flightless fruit flies or tiny crickets bites each week.
- Small crickets or roaches should be given to juveniles once every week.
- Make sure to feed your pet sixty to one hundred small crickets or a large cockroach twice a month.
Dispose of any uneaten prey that hasn’t been eaten after 24 hours so that mold and bacteria won’t grow. When your tarantula is near its next molt, it might not eat anything, but this is normal.
🟠 Water
Fresh water in a shallow container should be available to juveniles and adults at all times. You can mist your enclosure gently to allow the spiderlings to drink water from the sides.
╰┈➤Molting Process
Schending is when a tarantula sheds its outer shell to grow bigger. When a molt is occurring, the animal might move less and won’t be interested in food. The tarantula may sit with its back down during molting and there’s no cause for concern. Do not try to touch or feed your tarantula right now. Allow your pet about one to two weeks after molting before giving food again.
╰┈➤Behavior and Temperament
Since they are easily startled, Brazilian Blue Tarantulas usually respond to threats by flicking out urticating hairs. You shouldn’t try to handle them since they are easily startled. You can learn about these animals best by watching them from some distance.
╰┈➤Taxonomy and Conservation
Originally named Pterinopelma sazimai, this species was reassigned to Lasiocyano in 2023 following molecular and morphological analysis. Deforestation and the destruction of needed habitats make the Brazilian Blue Tarantula endangered where it naturally lives. Getting pet reptiles from reputable breeders who breed in captivity helps protect their wild populations.
╰┈➤Recommended Products
- Substrate: Coconut fiber or peat moss
- Enclosure: 30 x 30 x 30 cm terrarium with secure lid
- Hiding Spots: Cork bark, half logs, or artificial plants
- Water Dish: Shallow dish for juveniles and adults
- Feeding Tools: Tongs for safe feeding
