Brachypelma hamorii (smithi)

Common Name: Mexican Red Knee Tarantula
Native Locale: Mountain ranges in the Mexican states of Colima, Jalisco, and Michoacán.
Category: Terrestrial, New World
Adult Size: 5 inches - 6 inches
Lifespan: Females=30 years         Males=5 years
Growth Rate: Slow
Temperament: Very docile
Difficulty: A good species for beginning collectors.

 

A large spider, identifiable by a black abdomen covered in brown hairs. Their legs have three distinct orange to dark red-orange rings, giving them their name. Their carapace has a light greyish-red border (males) or a brownish-pink border (females). The center of the carapace is dark brown or black.

Obligate burrower, so make sure to provide sufficient substrate for deep burrows. When the burrow is in use, silk can be found near the entrance.

Defends itself via urticating hairs and biting. Venom is not considered medically significant.

The pictures are for reference only and may not reflect the actual specimen you'll receive.