Poecilotheria Metallica
(P.metallica, Gooty Sapphire Ornamental)
The name Poecilotheria is derived from Greek "poikilos" - spotted and "therion" - wild beast. Metallica reflects brilliant metallic blue color. This whole genus of arboreal tarantulas exhibits an intricate fractal like pattern on the abdomen. The spider's natural habitat is primarily Southeastern India and Sri Lanka. The P. metallica was first discovered in a town in central southern India called Gooty. Hence, the P. metallica's common name is Gooty Sapphire Ornamental Tree Spider, or simply Gooty Sapphire.
Juvenile P.metallica
Adult P.metallica
