Mexican Red Knee Tarantula

Breed: Mexican Red Knee Tarantula
Scientific name: Brachypelma hamorii
Place of Origin: Mexico
Classification: Tarantula
Average Price: R600 - R1,200

Size Category: medium
Avg. Height: 14 cm.
Avg. Weight: 0.06 to 0.09 Kg.
Avg. Lifespan: 5 to 25 years.

Colours:
A velvety black body with vibrant red and orange bands on the 'knees' of its legs.

Covering:
exoskeleton

Vocalisation level:
quiet

Temprament:
Very docile and slow-moving. A classic beginner species that is more likely to flee or flick hairs than bite.

Trainability:
difficult

Diet type: insectivore
Feeding frequency: Once every 1-2 weeks.

Foods to avoid:
Wild-caught insects.

Health Concerns:
Very hardy and easy to care for, but require a dry environment.

Recommended Supplements:
Not required.

Grooming:
N/A

Exercise:
N/A

Handling:
Low risk. Possesses urticating hairs. As with all tarantulas, handling is not recommended.
Ideal Location:
Nationwide, requires a controlled indoor terrarium. Owner must check provincial permit requirements.

Space Requirements:
A small terrestrial terrarium with a hide.

Climate Suitability: desert

Temperature Range: 24-28°C

Humidity Range: Moderate (60-70%)