![]() Slow-moving and calm, the Mexican redknee tarantula is sometimes slated as a beginner species for owners. This is because it is extremely rare for them to molt after they become sexually mature, if it happens at all. ![]() Males, on the other hand, have an average lifespan of about 10 years. With proper husbandry, a female tarantula can live up to 20, or even 30 years. Mexican red knee tarantulas, on average, have a leg span of about 5 inches and are relatively long-lived. That being said, knowing the difference between the two species of tarantulas is just all part of the fun that comes with the hobby! While its status is listed as 'near-threatened' in the wild, nearly all the individuals available in the pet trade are captive bred, making the Mexican red knee readily available in all stages of its life, from hatchlings (or spiderlings) to mature adults.īoth species are native to the Pacific coast of Mexico, so caring for these spiders is essentially the same. ![]() Due to this, it has become popular on the silver screen and a consistent favorite that has landed a spot in the collections of both novice and expert arachnid enthusiasts. With bright red legs and a calm demeanor, the Mexican red knee is quite possibly one of the most easily recognizable tarantulas in the pet trade. The Mexican red knee tarantula is a common name often associated with both Brachypelma smithi and Brachypelma hamorii.
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