Care Guides

Comprehensive care information for popular tarantula species. Learn about temperature, humidity, feeding schedules, and more.

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Showing 17 of 17 species

Desert Blonde

Aphonopelma chalcodes

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:5-6 inches
Growth:slow
Temp:70-85°F
Humidity:50-65%

Temperament: docile

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Pink Toe Tarantula

Avicularia avicularia

beginner
Type:arboreal
Size:5-6 inches
Growth:medium
Temp:75-85°F
Humidity:70-80%

Temperament: docile, skittish

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Mexican Flame Knee

Brachypelma auratum

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:5-6 inches
Growth:slow
Temp:75-82°F
Humidity:60-70%

Temperament: docile, calm

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Mexican Red Leg

Brachypelma emilia

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:6-7 inches
Growth:slow
Temp:75-82°F
Humidity:60-70%

Temperament: docile, calm

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Mexican Red Knee

Brachypelma hamorii

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:5-6 inches
Growth:slow
Temp:70-85°F
Humidity:60-70%

Temperament: docile

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Antilles Pinktoe

Caribena versicolor

beginner
Type:arboreal
Size:5-6 inches
Growth:fast
Temp:75-85°F
Humidity:75-85%

Temperament: docile, skittish

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Guatemalan Tiger Rump

Davus pentaloris

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:3.5-5"
Growth:medium
Temp:70-82°F
Humidity:60-85%

Temperament: Docile

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Brazilian Black

Grammostola pulchra

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:7-8 inches
Growth:slow
Temp:70-80°F
Humidity:65-75%

Temperament: docile, calm

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Chaco Golden Knee

Grammostola pulchripes

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:8-9 inches
Growth:slow
Temp:70-82°F
Humidity:60-70%

Temperament: docile, tolerant

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Chilean Rose Hair

Grammostola rosea

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:5-6 inches
Growth:slow
Temp:65-80°F
Humidity:60-70%

Temperament: docile

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Madagascar hissing cockroach

Gromphadorhina portentosa

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:2-3.5"
Growth:medium
Temp:70-85°F
Humidity:50-70%

Temperament: Docile

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Pumpkin Patch Tarantula

Hapalopus formosus

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:2.5-4"
Growth:fast
Temp:65-85°F
Humidity:60-80%

Temperament: Docile

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Speckle Patch Guerilla Tarantula

Hapalopus guerreroi

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:4-5"
Growth:fast
Temp:65-82°F
Humidity:60-80%

Temperament: Docile

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Brazilian Salmon Pink Birdeater

Lasiodora parahybana

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:8-11"
Growth:very fast
Temp:70-82°F
Humidity:60-80%

Temperament: Docile but bold

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Socotra Island Blue Baboon

Monocentropus balfouri

intermediate
Type:terrestrial
Size:5-7"
Growth:medium
Temp:70-85°F
Humidity:30-70%

Temperament: Skittish

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Mascara Giant Birdeater

Pamphobeteus sp. 'Mascara'

intermediate
Type:terrestrial
Size:7-9"
Growth:fast
Temp:70-85°F
Humidity:60-80%

Temperament: Calm

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Curly Hair Tarantula

Tliltocatl albopilosus

beginner
Type:terrestrial
Size:5-6 inches
Growth:medium
Temp:70-80°F
Humidity:65-75%

Temperament: docile

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About These Care Guides

The care information presented in these guides is compiled from community knowledge, established husbandry practices, and scientific research. We strive for accuracy but encourage keepers to research multiple sources and consult experienced hobbyists.

Species data sourced from the Tarantuverse educational database. Tarantuverse is a free companion app for tracking your tarantula collection, logging feedings, molts, and growth data.

Care requirements may vary based on individual specimens and local conditions. Always observe your animals and adjust care as needed. If you find any inaccuracies or have suggestions, please contact us.