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Mexican Rose Grey

Tliltocatl verdezi

TliltocatlTheraphosidae

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Mexican Rose Grey (Tliltocatl verdezi)
MrKevin04 / Peter Coxhead, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

A calm, hardy Mexican terrestrial that stays out on display — a great beginner. Dry substrate with a water dish; tolerates a wide temperature range. Has urticating hairs but rarely kicks; venom is mild. Long-lived females (15+ years).

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

70-82°F

Humidity

60-70%

Enclosure Sizes

Adult:10x10x10 inches

Substrate

Type:coco fiber, mostly dry with a water dish
Depth:4 inches

Feeding Schedule

Adult:1 prey per week

Prey size:

Quick Stats

Type

terrestrial

Adult Size

5-6 inches

Growth Rate

slow-medium

Native Region

Mexico (Guerrero, Oaxaca)

Temperament

calm, docile display species

Behavior

Webbinglight
BurrowingYes
Water DishRequired

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