The Arizona blond tarantula has a limited range, mostly found in Arizona’s desert regions and certain parts of Mexico. Because of their comparatively long life span than most other tarantula species and docile temperament, these spiders have gained popularity as pets among beginner spider enthusiasts.
Size: Females are 2.2 inches (5.6 cm) long, while males measure up to 1.73 inches (4.4 cm).
Color: Females have a tan coloration throughout the body, while males have a red abdomen, black legs, and copper shaded cephalothorax. Sexual dimorphism is observed when it comes to coloration. Females appear tan, while the males have a reddish abdomen, black legs, and copper-shaded cephalothorax.
Other Characteristic Features: The pale, dense hair on its carapace contrasts to the dark ones on the legs and abdomen.
The number of eggs a female spider lays in her life could be up to 200.
After the hatching, the young spiders stay inside the burrows and then disperse on their own after a particular time.
They don’t make webs as such, but the entrance of their burrows is covered with multiple silk threads acting as entrapment for potential prey.
They are not detrimental to humans, but their bite could result in irritation, allergy, and a stinging sensation in people.
| Other Names | Mexican blond tarantula, desert tarantula, western desert tarantula |
| Distribution | Arizona, Mexico |
| Habitat | Desert |
| Diet | Crickets and insects |
| Lifespan | Females: 30 years maximum Males: 5-10 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Not Listed |
Its common name blood tarantula has come from the copper-colored hair on its carapace.
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The Arizona blond tarantula has a limited range, mostly found in Arizona’s desert regions and certain parts of Mexico. Because of their comparatively long life span than most other tarantula species and docile temperament, these spiders have gained popularity as pets among beginner spider enthusiasts.
Size: Females are 2.2 inches (5.6 cm) long, while males measure up to 1.73 inches (4.4 cm).
Color: Females have a tan coloration throughout the body, while males have a red abdomen, black legs, and copper shaded cephalothorax. Sexual dimorphism is observed when it comes to coloration. Females appear tan, while the males have a reddish abdomen, black legs, and copper-shaded cephalothorax.
Other Characteristic Features: The pale, dense hair on its carapace contrasts to the dark ones on the legs and abdomen.
The number of eggs a female spider lays in her life could be up to 200.
After the hatching, the young spiders stay inside the burrows and then disperse on their own after a particular time.
They don’t make webs as such, but the entrance of their burrows is covered with multiple silk threads acting as entrapment for potential prey.
They are not detrimental to humans, but their bite could result in irritation, allergy, and a stinging sensation in people.
| Other Names | Mexican blond tarantula, desert tarantula, western desert tarantula |
| Distribution | Arizona, Mexico |
| Habitat | Desert |
| Diet | Crickets and insects |
| Lifespan | Females: 30 years maximum Males: 5-10 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Not Listed |
Its common name blood tarantula has come from the copper-colored hair on its carapace.
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