Poecilotheria metallica

Poecilotheria metallica is an arboreal tarantula endemic to a small area of Andhra Pradesh, India. Its striking metallic blue coloration distinguishes it from other members of its genus.

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Poecilotheria: Poecilotheria is a genus of arboreal tarantulas native to South Asia, known for patterned bodies and rapid movement. This is the genus containing the metallic blue species.
Tarantula keeping: Tarantula keeping is the captive care and breeding of spiders in the family Theraphosidae. Its striking appearance has made the species sought after in the exotic pet trade.
Poecilotheria regalis: Poecilotheria regalis is a South Asian arboreal tarantula in the genus Poecilotheria. This related species helps distinguish the metallic blue tarantula from other genus members.
Haplopelma lividum: Haplopelma lividum, now commonly placed in Cyriopagopus, is a blue tarantula native to Southeast Asia. It is another blue tarantula, but belongs to a different genus and region.
Theraphosidae: Theraphosidae is the family of large, hairy spiders commonly called tarantulas. The species belongs to this family of mygalomorph spiders.
CITES: CITES is an international agreement regulating trade in wild animals and plants to protect species from overexploitation. International trade controls are relevant to a species threatened by collection and habitat loss.
Poecilotheria rajaei: Poecilotheria rajaei is an arboreal tarantula described from northern Sri Lanka. Its discovery drew attention to the diversity and conservation of Asian tree-dwelling tarantulas.
Peacock tarantula: The peacock tarantula is a vividly patterned Indian tarantula, commonly identified as Poecilotheria formosa. Its conspicuous pattern contrasts with the metallic blue dominant impression of this species.
Arboreal tarantula: An arboreal tarantula is a tarantula adapted to live primarily in trees and other elevated habitats. Its tree-dwelling lifestyle shapes its shelter, movement, and care.
Ex situ conservation: Ex situ conservation protects species outside their natural habitats, including through captive breeding. Captive populations can support conservation, but cannot replace protection of its native forest.