Chromatopelma Cyaneopubescens (Green Bottle Blue) 1-2cm Sling

Chromatopelma Cyaneopubescens (Green Bottle Blue) 1-2cm Sling - Image is for illustration purposes only!

Housing
- Enclosure: Use a small, clear container (like a plastic vial or deli cup) with ventilation holes. The enclosure should be relatively small to ensure the sling doesn't struggle to find its food. A space three times the sling's leg span in width and depth is sufficient.
-Substrate: A mix of coconut fiber and a bit of vermiculite works well, providing both moisture retention and stability for webbing. The substrate should be about 2-3 inches deep to allow for some burrowing and to maintain humidity.
- Humidity: GBBs thrive in moderate humidity levels, around 60-70%. Misting one side of the enclosure lightly every few days should suffice. Ensure there's good ventilation to prevent mold.
- Temperature: Aim for a daytime temperature of 26-28°C (79-82°F) and a slight drop at night. A heat mat can be used on one side of the enclosure if needed, but avoid overheating.

Feeding
- Diet: Feed your GBB sling small prey items such as pinhead crickets, flightless fruit flies, or small roaches once or twice a week. Ensure the prey is not larger than the sling's abdomen to prevent injury.
- Water: At this size, your sling will get most of its hydration from food. You can also mist the enclosure lightly during maintenance to create tiny water droplets for the sling to drink.

General Care
- Webbing: GBB slings are enthusiastic webbers. Include elements like small pieces of cork bark or plastic plants to encourage web construction, which is vital for their well-being.
- Molting: Slings will molt frequently as they grow. During molting, they may refuse food, and their coloration may dull. Increase humidity slightly and stop feeding until a couple of days post-molt to allow the new exoskeleton to harden.
- Handling: It's best to minimize handling to reduce stress and the risk of injury. If you need to move the sling, gently coax it into a small container.

Social Needs
- Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens are solitary creatures and do not require companionship. Keeping them alone avoids stress and aggression common in communal setups.