purplebox 8x8x12 by Tarantula Cribs
purplebox 8x8x12 by Tarantula Cribs
5.0 / 5.0
(4) 4 total reviews
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Marshall Arachnids has collaborated with Tarantula Cribs to BRING BACK the original purplebox acrylic enclosure, only this time with a few improvements! This model of the popular purplebox features 5mm acrylic panels, our signature purple bottom and 2mm "hexed" ventilation slats. New features include a polished and more robust door track, as well as a low profile integral pull tab. Front opening, magnetic sliding door.
This enclosure is ideal for spiderling - juvenile arboreal tarantulas, mantises and other invertebrates under 5". We also find it useful for rearing gecko hatchlings.
**CAUTION** Anything 2mm or smaller (size of a Melanogaster hydei fruit fly) CAN fit thru the ventilation slats.
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- FEATURES -
DIMENSIONS: 8" x 8" x 12"
FRAME: 5mm acrylic with 5mm Marshall Arachnids signature purple bottom.
ACCESS: Front opening, full length magnetic sliding door with integral pull.
VENTILATION: 2mm slats
SUBSTRATE DEPTH: 3”
[PHOTO CREDIT: Richard Stewart - The Tarantula Collective]






Absolutely love this product. It was the perfect new addition for our caribena versicolor. 100% recommend.
I think the box is high quality nice thick clear acrylic with good cross ventilation just what I needed for my Caribena Versicolor but I do wish the top opened up
Product - 10/10
I know they are manufactured with Tarantula Cribs now, but the Marshall enclosures are much prettier and the doors slide WAY better (esp. with some T poop gumming it up). I really have to force open the standard TC ones and it stresses the spiders, but the Marshall ones slide open like butter and I'm still confident they are magnet secure when closed.
Service - 10/10
Bought a much smaller boxy enclosure from a popular (but now I’ve realized) overpriced brand before I discovered Marshall Arachnids. MA has my business from now on! I’m very pleased with my purchase and will definitely be back for more!
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from 306 reviewsMy very first T and probably not my last! handled with care. And very very beautiful T

Awesome spider! great vial along with it ,packed professionally will purchase again highly recommended

I purchased two Caribena versicolor slings from Marshall Arachnids and they arrived, among many other Ts, in excellent condition. Both slings have been growing rapidly, have extraordinarily vibrant colors, and huge appetites. I highly recommend Marshall Arachnids’ tarantulas to all!

T is great customer service is better. Definitely recommend!

My first time buying tarantulas and they came in perfect condition. They answered all of my questions. I will definitely be purchasing from them again!!

So just got the megamix. My first impression is that soil is a wonderful organic mix. You can see, smell and feel the difference in this substrate compared to any others ive used. I really love that a complete list of ingredients is given. I fully believe this will be a great mix for my bioactive enclosure in the long run.

Package came on time and intact, very beautiful spider. Will probably make purchases from them in the future.

These good folks at Marshall arachnids are truly remarkable spidey was shipped to me within a nice timely fashion also alive and very much healthy, can’t wait to see how big spidey gets and to order a whole bunch more Thanks Marshall arachnids your the best

I appreciate how responsive you all were through the process of placing the order and receiving our Spider.

Great packaging as always and great customer service and education!

The spiders were packed safely and securely. The animals I received are healthy and thriving.

Ordered a 40 dram vial, arrived on time and is good quality. Had some questions about the ventilation hole size and concerns about slings. They were very quick to respond and extremely helpful.

I appreciate that I was contacted to plan a shipping date and the shipment was well packaged. I received 4 Carabina Versicolor slings, they were well started and in great health. Will purchase again:)

I recently purchased a ¼” Typhochlaena seladonia sling from Marshall Arachnids, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, everything was handled with professionalism and care.
The packaging was top-notch—the sling arrived safe and secure, with the vial sealed properly and held in place with tape. What stood out to me was the attention to branding: the vial, the tape locking the vial, and even the bag the vials were placed in all matched Marshall Arachnids’ signature colors, adding a nice touch of professionalism.
Customer service was also excellent. The representative I spoke with was helpful, responsive, and provided a smooth purchasing experience. As a bonus, I received some great freebies, which was a pleasant surprise and much appreciated.
Overall, I highly recommend Marshall Arachnids for anyone looking to purchase high-quality tarantulas with great packaging, excellent customer service, and a little extra care in the details. I’ll definitely be ordering from them again!
