The Xenesthis intermedia (Venezuelan Blue Bloom) is a New World terrestrial species from Venezuela. There are reports within the hobby of this species hitting upwards of 8”. With a midnight purple abdomen and legs, this spider is only out beautified by the sheen of the purple on its carapace.
Species: intermedia
Genus: Xenesthis
Subfamily: Theraphosinae
Identified: Schiapelli & Gerschman, 1945
Common Name: Venezuelan Blue Bloom
Origin: Venezuela
Lifestyle: Burrower, Terrestrial
Max Size: 8”