Aphonopelma sp. diamondback Veracruz Care Sheet
The first time I saw this species I was taken back. See for yourself, this spider looks like it was dipped in black ink! One half is black, the other half is blond.
This stunning spiders color dip even goes across the carapace in a diamond pattern, consistent with the ...
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Sexual Dimorphism & How Tarantulas Change As They Grow
Poecilotheria metallica (Gooty Sapphire Ornamental) sub/adult ♀
Adult female P. metallica nearly always have stronger color vs. when they were small. The adult females also display very clear markings on their carapace. Don't be fooled as some of the larger immature males can look pretty "girly" depending on when they ...
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Aphonopelma seemanni (Costa Rican Stripe Knee / Zebra) Care Sheet
Aphonopelma seemanni is also known as the Costa Rican stripe knee or Costa Rican Zebra tarantula. This species is often sought by beginner keepers and is a fantastic choice for those new to the hobby, provided the specimen is over about 1 1/4" DLS.
Pictured below is a sub-adult female showing off ...
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Aphonopelma moderatum (Rio Grande Gold) Care Sheet
This coveted species needs no introduction.
Known for it's beauty, longevity, hardiness and docile nature this is about as good as it gets right here.
Their signature patterns and coloring come in around 2-2 1/2" DLS and tend to get stronger with age. This young female is just beginning to display ...
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Aphonopelma iodius / Aphonopelma smithii (Desert Tarantula) Care Sheet
Aphonopelma smithii became a synonym with Aphonopelma iodius in 2016. This species is often called the Bay Area Blonde, Desert Tarantula or Mojave Desert Tarantula as it is found in the deserts and borders of the Mojave Desert.
Like other Aphonopelmas is known for its longevity and hardiness. Often considered a ...
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Aphonopelma hentzi (Texas Brown) Care Sheet
The species is known for its longevity and hardiness. Often considered a docile species, I find they can sometimes be testy although bites are rare and not considered medically significant. The species is typically slower-moving which makes care, maintenance, rehousing and shipping much easier on the keeper.
Smaller slings like ...
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Aphonopelma chalcodes (Arizona Blonde) Care Sheet
Light blonde accents contrast dark legs for striking look. Aphonopelma chalcodes (Arizona Blonde) is one of the most popular beginner tarantulas for good reason.
The species is known for its attractive coloring, longevity, and hardiness. Often considered a docile species I find they can sometimes be testy although bites are ...
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Aphonopelma bicoloratum (Mexican Blood Leg) Care Sheet
This beautiful and unique New World is known for its docile and hardy nature. Often confused with Brachypelma boehmei due to similar markings, this Aphonopelma is quite different indeed.
Quite uncommon in the hobby the species is known for it's bright coloring, longevity, hardiness and docile nature. A. bicoloratum also ...
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