Brachypelma auratum (Mexican Flame Knee) .5" Sling

New World

Terrestrial

The Mexican Flame Knee (Brachypelma auratum) is a black Mexican tarantula with glowing orange-red bands on the knees. Adults reach about 5–6" in leg span, and females are long-lived.

Temperament: Generally calm, though it will kick urticating hairs when bothered. A good beginner species.

Care: Mostly dry substrate deep enough to burrow, a hide and a shallow water dish. Normal room temperatures are fine.

Growth rate: Slow.

This listing is unsexed.

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