Mexican Red-Kneed Tarantula

Species Brachypelma smithi

Natural Distribution:  Mexico

Length:  2.5in (96cm)

Description

 

This is a burrowing species, so their vivarium should be designed for this. This Species of Tarantula are not generally dangerous a nip a bit like a bee sting may be given if mishandled and their hairs can be irritating, but there is little need to handle these spiders so this should not be to concerning.

Vivarium Set Up

Design:  Terrestrial

Type: Savannah

Feeding

Insectivorous