A striking Red Tree Spider in a handmade wooden frame mounted on high-quality backing board. Common and Latin names are printed underneath.

Phormingochilus rufus, commonly known as the Red Tree Spider, is a striking species known for its vibrant red and black coloration. This spider inhabits tropical rainforests, where it builds silk webs high in the trees. Its impressive size and vivid colours make it a fascinating specimen for arachnid enthusiasts. In addition to its beauty, it plays a crucial role in its ecosystem as both predator and prey, contributing to the balance of forest life.

Please Be Aware: The specimen that you will receive may differ in size, shape or colour very slightly since you are purchasing a natural product.

Where do we source our insect specimens? All of our specimens are purchased from conservation farming projects. Please visit our ethics pages in the menu for details on the type of projects we work with.

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