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Neon Orange Springtails , Yuukianura aphorurroides All New! TDF Springtail Clay Culture Seeding Discs - Just tap them from the provided receptacle into your vivarium. Great cleanup species. Best in moist and humid environments such as vivarium's and terrariums. They have a voracious appetite which i...

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Captive Bred California Red Jumping Spiders
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TDF offers bioactive terrarium, mossarium, and vivarium supplies. Also, Live Terrestrial Isopods, Millipedes, and Springtails, their food and substrate. TDF ...

21/07/2024

Green Bottle Blue Tarantula , Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens

A.K.A. GBB Adult Size: 5" Please note that tarantulas for sale require specific care, including a suitable habitat and a good tarantula substrate. We recommend Our CVS Vivarium Naturals Arachno-Thrive Tarantula Burrowing Substrate to ensure the well-being of your new eight-legged friend. Embrace the world of exotic pets and experience the wonder of Tarantulas today! This is a New World, semi-arboreal tarantula that comes from Northern Venezuela, Paraguayan region. They prefer an arid environment. They are considered to have a medium growth rate and reach a leg span from 4.5-6 in when full grown. Males of this species only live 3 or 4 years but the females can live up to as long as 14 years. These tarantulas have mild venom and urticating hairs that they wont hesitate to kick if they feel threatened or disturbed. They are gorgeous, and very enjoyable to observe. They have an amazing feeding response and quickly pounce and take down prey as soon as it is offered. Like most tarantulas, they will refuse food when in pre-molt. So if your GBB is refusing to eat for weeks or months and is spending a lot of time hiding in its burrow, don’t worry. It is probably in pre-molt and will come back out with a voracious appetite after it molts. Introducing the stunning Green Bottle Blue Tarantula, also known as the GBB. This magnificent arachnid will captivate enthusiasts and arachnophiles alike with its striking appearance and fascinating behaviors. With a vibrant blue hue, accentuated by captivating green hairs on its abdomen, this tarantula is a true marvel of nature. Our carefully curated selection of tarantulas for sale offers you the opportunity to welcome this unique species into your home. The GBB thrives in a well-maintained terrarium environment. It gracefully perches on a branch, exuding an air of defiant rest, as showcased in the product image. As a trusted provider of pets, we ensure that our Green Bottle Blue Tarantulas are healthy and expertly cared for. Dedicated to the well-being of our creatures, we offer a price breakdown to help you make an informed decision. With this extraordinary addition, your collection of exotic pets will truly flourish. Order now and experience the wonder of the Green Bottle Blue Tarantula firsthand! Type : Terrestrial / Semi- Arboreal Category: New World Endemic Location : Northern Venezuela, Paraguana region Urticating Hairs: Yes Growth Rate : medium Life Expectancy : Females 14 years / Males 4 years Recommended Experience Level : Beginner

$45.00

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21/07/2024

Regal Jumping Spider - Phidippus regius / Black & White Males

Black & White Male Regal Jumping Spiders, Phidippus regius These male regal jumping spiders for sale are black & white. PLEASE READ : Adult females are usually chosen by those who wish to obtain fertile egg sacks, and adult males are usually chosen for breeding. Note: TDF does not know the exact age of adults as they are wild collected and they may be in their golden years. TDF offers captive bred baby Jumping Spiders for sale, and your choice of wild collected sub adult and juvenile jumping spiders for sale, these will assure a longer lifespan. We highly recommend sub adults or juveniles as pets. We strongly recommend our CVS Vivarium Naturals Arachno-Thrive Substrate - Formulated to provide your Jumping Spider with a high quality substrate that holds onto moisture and promotes the necessary humidity and absorbs the Jumping Spider waste. Here is a link for the substrate: https://thedefiantforest.com/shop-categorys/ols/products/regal-jumping-spiders-phidippus-regius-slash-orange-females-star-star-star-shipping-united-states-only-star-star-star-rgl-jmp-spd-phd71 Most Regal Jumping Spiders for sale at this time are wild collected. When we label juvenile Regal Jumping Spiders for sale the size is around the size of a dime at the largest that’s the perimeter around the legs. When we refer to Regal Jumping Spiders for sale as sub adult we are referring to the age where they are just before adult. Both of these ages assure the buyer that they are not purchasing an old Regal Jumping Spider. Adult Regal Jumping Spiders for sale are usually purchased in hopes to obtain egg sacs. The most common husbandry mistakes with jumping spiders are insufficient lighting, not enough heat, and humidity. If your spider does not eat, try to move it to a brighter place and if necessary increase the temperature so that it is at least 78°F, but better at 82-86°F. Choose your jumpers gender and age. The most common husbandry mistakes with jumping spiders are insufficient lighting, not enough heat, and humidity. If your spider does not eat, try to move it to a brighter place and if necessary increase the temperature so that it is at least 78°F, but better at 82-86°F.

$35.00

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21/07/2024

Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs with Rubber Tip

Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs with Safe & Soft Rubber Tips Available in 10" and 15" Angled Tip or Straight Tip.

$11.29

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21/07/2024

Neon Orange Springtails, Yuukianura aphorurroides - Mini Clay Cultures

Neon Orange Springtails , Yuukianura aphorurroides Mini Clay Cultures - Just tap them from the provided receptacle into your vivarium. Great cleanup species. Best in moist and humid environments such as vivarium's and terrariums. They have a voracious appetite which is great for cleaning up soft uneaten food in invertebrate enclosures. This beautifully bright & beautiful species originates from Spain and will readily consume mold and any fungus found in your vivarium or terrarium. Just tap them into your vivarium. These springtails seemingly tolerate a wide variety of applications in bioactive enclosures as well, if moisture levels remain damp and there is plenty of vegetation and decaying material for them to consume. Amphibian keepers have reported that the damp, humid environments created to house various frog species is the perfect setup for the Neon Orange Springtails as well. One could also keep their new arthropod with other invertebrates such as Tarantulas, mantids, isopods and other invertebrates as they are harmless. The inclusion of some broken up pieces of sphagnum moss or a handful of dry leaves will help the soil not become impacted and provide hiding spots for the springtails as well as more places for the beneficial bacteria to grow.

$10.00

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21/07/2024

Yellow Springtails, Ceratophysella Sp. - Mini Clay Cultures

Yellow Springtails , Ceratophysella Sp. Mini Clay Cultures - Just tap them from the provided receptacle into your vivarium. Great cleanup species. Best in moist and humid environments such as vivarium's and terrariums. They have a voracious appetite which is great for cleaning up soft uneaten food in invertebrate enclosures. These springtails tolerate a wide variety of scenarios in bioactive enclosures as well, if moisture levels remain damp and there is plenty of vegetation and decaying material for them to consume. These are albino purple springtails, Ceratophysella Sp. they are bright yellow! Picking these out of our purple cultures ONE AT A TIME was indeed a task reserved for the best of us.

$10.00

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21/07/2024

African Giant Black Millipede, Archispirostreptus Gigas - Sub Adults - 5 - 7"

African Giant Black Millipede, Archispirostreptus Gigas Largest Millipede Species Native Habitat: This species is native to Western Africa. It lives mostly in forests, but can also be found in areas of coastal habitat which contain at least a few trees. Common Names Giant Millipede Giant African Black Millipede Captive Habitats Enclosure Type: Terrestrial/Semi-Fossorial; The enclosure may be a simple as a large sized deli-cup or medium plastic Tupperware tub modified with air holes, a large model of specialized pet carrier (Kritter-Keeper) or an aquarium (5-10g.) Provided with plants (real or fake,) and branches the millipede will climb. Substrate: We use CVS Bio-Thrive Millipede Substrate. Providing enough substrate to burrow into is advisable, a top layer of TDF Leaf Litter, and TDF Aged Hardwood offers additional cover, and nutrition and can help to retain moisture. Conditions: Moist; the soil should be kept adequately damp to simulate a natural tropical environment. Humidity: 75-82% Humidity, the enclosure should be regularly misted and water added to the substrate on regular basis to maintain moisture. Temp: 75-85*F(23-30*C) Husbandry Temperament: Docile, calm and easy to handle. Newer specimens may react defensively to handling but become accustomed to it over time. (Please note that ALL millipedes can secrete a liquid that can be dangerous to some people. Always wash your hands after handling) Behavior: Generally active at night, this species is considerable slow moving among myriapods. This species displays two distinctive defense responses; the first is to tightly coil its body in an armadillo fashion the second is to secrete a defensive liquid that could be dangerous if put into the eyes or mouth. Size: 7.5-11 " (20-30cm) Social: Yes Life Span: 8-11 years Feeding: Aged hardwood leaves, rotten wood, fruits.

$175.00

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21/07/2024

Rainbow Spike Moss (Peacock Fern), Selaginella uncinata, Three 5” cuttings

Rainbow Spike Moss , Selaginella uncinata , Three 5" cuttings. Coloration: The peacock blue-green hue of this plant is actually more of an effect than a pigment: it’s produced when wavelengths of light are slowed down as they pass through the leaves, making the plant appear to glow in a very deep, dark way- absolutely mesmerizing! In addition to the otherworldly color, this particular variety of uncinata is capable of growing long, sinuous branches that gracefully curve about the vivarium or terrarium evoking such a sense of wonder. The leaves of Selaginella uncinata have epidermal cells that are lens shaped, and this increases refraction. These lens shaped epidermal cells also have large chloroplasts set near the cell walls that increase light-absorption. These lens shaped epidermal cells suggests the iridescence is an adaptation (to extreme shade) since it contributes to the plant's ability to absorb light. The green leaves that develop in response to more direct sunlight do not become blue when subjected to shade Preferred Habitat: These exotic stunners are surprisingly easy to grow as long as they are kept humid and moist- they don't like to dry out. Many people grow this plant in a semi-aquatic environment, so water propagation may be a great option. Selaginella uncinata thrive in warmer environments as they are not tolerant to frost. Where to Plant: Rainbow Spike moss does best when its placed in a spot with partial to full shade. It's important that direct sunlight be avoided, as this can cause irreparable damage to the leaf structures. The soil which the moss is planted in should be kept moist but, ensure that it is able to drain well. This versatile species makes a great fit in many different environments because of its bright coloration, able to make the landscape colors really pop in gardens, terrariums, and vivarium's alike. Growing Habits: Selaginella uncinata typically grows as a low-lying, creeping plant that acts as ground covering in various environments or as a decorative addition to terrariums & vivarium's. Rainbow Spike Moss Frequently Asked Questions How large can Rainbow Spike Moss grow to be? Rainbow Spike is well known for its low-growing expansion rather than its height, but it can grow to up to 1-2 inches tall and several feet across given time under the right growth conditions. Why is Rainbow Spike Moss so highly sought after? Other than its strikingly colorful appearance, Selaginella uncinata is often appreciated for its consistently dense, carpet-like covering over environments. Rainbow Spike is praised for its shimmering, iridescent foliage rather than its vertical growth. What benefits does Rainbow Spike Moss bring to its local ecosystem? While Rainbow Spike Moss is mostly used for its aesthetic appeal, it also brings with it a great deal of other environmental benefits. It can: -Provide a suitable habitat for smaller creatures that are present in the habitat; -Help to suppress w**d growth by covering the soil top; -Aids in maintaining humidity levels in the environment; -Promote soil health by protecting the soil surface, reduction compaction, and contributing to the organic matter as its leaves decay.

$7.89

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