Mexican Red Knee Tarantula | Brachypelma smithi
Mexican Red Knee Tarantula | Brachypelma smithi is a specialist live invertebrate for keepers who can provide stable, species-appropriate conditions. The care information below is intended as a practical husbandry guide for the animal sold under this listing.
Overview
- Origin: Mexico
- Natural habitat: dry scrub and seasonal terrestrial burrows
- Adult size: about 4–8 cm body length
- Lifespan: Females can live 20–30 years
- Difficulty level: Beginner to intermediate
Temperament & Handling
Usually calm but may kick urticating hairs. Handling is not recommended.
Enclosure
Recommended enclosure: Adult: about 40 × 30 × 25 cm
Temperature: 25–28 °C
Humidity: 60–70%
Substrate: 10–15 cm of mostly dry compactable substrate
Décor & hides: cork-bark hide and low stable décor
Feeding & Water
Feeding: Crickets, roaches and locusts.
Water: Fresh water dish; keep most substrate dry.
Special Care
A heavy-bodied terrestrial tarantula—avoid high climbing surfaces and long falls.
Compatibility
Keep singly.
Please note
Care requirements can vary with age, size, sex and individual behaviour. Monitor the animal and enclosure closely and adjust husbandry where required.
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