Brachypelma Albiceps (Golden Red Rump) 1cm Sling

Brachypelma Albiceps (Golden Red Rump) 1cm Sling - Image is for illustration purposes only!

Housing
- Enclosure: Use a small, clear container (such as a plastic vial or a small deli cup) with ventilation holes for your sling. The enclosure should not be overly spacious to ensure the sling can easily find its food.
- Substrate: Opt for a moisture-retaining substrate like coconut fiber or vermiculite. Keep the substrate slightly moist, but avoid waterlogging it to prevent mold growth.
- Humidity: Maintain a humidity level of around 70-80%. This can be achieved by misting the enclosure lightly every few days. Proper ventilation is crucial to prevent mold.
- Temperature: A temperature range of 24-28°C (75-82°F) is ideal. If necessary, use a heat mat on one side of the enclosure to provide a temperature gradient, allowing the sling to regulate its own comfort.

Feeding
- Diet: Offer small prey items like pinhead crickets, flightless fruit flies, or pre-killed prey once to twice a week. The food size should be appropriate, not too large for the sling to handle.
- **Water:** Slings usually obtain sufficient moisture from their food and the environment's humidity. You can also lightly mist one side of the enclosure to create small water droplets for the sling to drink if needed.

### General Care
- **Molting:** Expect several molts as your sling grows. The sling may refuse food and become less active before molting. During this time, ensure the humidity is slightly higher and refrain from feeding until a couple of days after the molt, allowing the new exoskeleton to harden.
- **Handling:** It is advisable to minimize handling during the sling stage to reduce stress and the risk of injury. If necessary, gently coax the sling into a secure area for enclosure maintenance.

### Social Needs
- Brachypelma albiceps are solitary creatures and must be kept alone to avoid stress or aggression. They do not require interaction with other tarantulas.

This care sheet should guide you in providing a nurturing environment for your Brachypelma albiceps sling. Watching your tarantula grow from a sling into a mature adult is a rewarding experience, offering valuable insights into the fascinating world of arachnids. Patience and careful observation are key to successful tarantula care, allowing you to adjust as needed to meet the specific needs of your pet.