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Brachypelma albiceps is a species of spider in the tarantula family, Theraphosidae. [2] It is known as the Mexican golden red rump tarantula or the Amula red rump tarantula. The carapace is a light golden color and the abdomen dark, covered with long red hairs. Females typically live for about 15 years (up to 20).
Tliltocatl vagans (synonym Brachypelma vagans) is a species of tarantula known commonly as the Mexican red rump. It ranges predominantly in Mexico (including the Yucatán Peninsula), but is also found in Central America. [1] They are terrestrial, burrowing spiders. The reason for the name red rump is because of its distinctive red hairs on its ...
Brachypelma is a genus of spiders in the family Theraphosidae (tarantulas). They may have bodies up to 6 cm (2 + 1 ⁄ 4 in) long with legs of similar or greater lengths. Some species have brightly colored legs, with red or orange marks and rings.
Tarantulas rarely bite unprovoked, and even then, their bites may feel similar to a bee sting and swell up slightly, unless you're allergic, in which case you will likely have a more severe ...
Tarantulas comprise a group of large and often hairy spiders of the family Theraphosidae. [2] As of December 2023, 1,100 species have been identified, with 166 genera. [3] The term "tarantula" is usually used to describe members of the family Theraphosidae, although many other members of the same infraorder (Mygalomorphae) are commonly referred to as "tarantulas" or "false tarantulas".
Acanthoscurria chacoana, also known as the Bolivian red rump tarantula, is a fast growing, docile tarantula found in Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina. [2] It is commonly kept as a pet, preferring 70–80% humidity and a horizontally large enclosure, as it is terrestrial.
Brachypelma hamorii is a vulnerable species of tarantula found in Mexico. [3] It has been confused with B. smithi; both have been called Mexican redknee tarantulas. [4] Many earlier sources referring to B. smithi either do not distinguish between the two species or relate to B. hamorii.
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