Scientific Name: Brachypelma Smithi (FOP - Cambridge, 1897)
Synonyms: Euathlus s. Baxter
Known as the Mexican Red Knee Tarantula due to its red knees. Brachypelma smithi (common name the Mexican Red-kneed Tarantula), is a terrestrial tarantula native to the western faces of the Sierra Madre Occidental and Sierra Madre del Sur mountain ranges in Mexico. They are a large species, and are a popular choice for enthusiasts. Like most tarantulas, they live a very long life. This tarantula makes a great pet and are often seen in zoo's and movies. One of the longest lived tarantulas in the hobby and can live for over 25 years.
Known as the Mexican Red Knee Tarantula due to its red knees. Brachypelma smithi (common name the Mexican Red-kneed Tarantula), is a terrestrial tarantula native to the western faces of the Sierra Madre Occidental and Sierra Madre del Sur mountain ranges in Mexico. They are a large species, and are a popular choice for enthusiasts. Like most tarantulas, they live a very long life. This tarantula makes a great pet and are often seen in zoo's and movies. One of the longest lived tarantulas in the hobby and can live for over 25 years.
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| Picture: Adult Photo of Brachypelma Smithi |
General Information
Regions Found: Mexican desert
Type: New World Terrestrial (Floor Space is more important then height)
Lastingness: Very slow and long lived. Live for up to 30 years.
Adult Size: Grows to about 13-17 cm (6-7 Inches)
Temperament: Very calm and docile
Urticating Hairs: Yes, less prone to use compared to similar species
Venom Potency: Low toxicity, comparable to a bee sting
Tarantula Housing: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing.A good retreat is may required.
Temperature: 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Humidity: About 55-65%
Special Requirements: No special requirements
Experiences Needed: Novice (For Novice->Moderate->Advance->Expert)
Breeding Difficulty: Moderate
Egg Sac Size: Around 400-500, up to 1000
Danger to Male: Probable sexual cannibalism
Diet: Slings: Pinhead Crickets or Mealworms. (Mealworms must have to cut into two)
Larger specimens: Crickets, Meal worms, Pinky, Roaches, or Other Large Insects.
Recommended Pet Supplies
- An appropriately sized Terrarium/Vivarium/Aquarium depending on sizes- Substrate (3 to 4 inches thick of peat moss/coco peat/potting soil etc. for larger specimen)
- Heating equipment ie heat lamps, heat mats and thermostats- Large shallow water dish as it maybe drinks from it and it help to control the humidity. (All tarantulas that have at least a 3 inches leg span may drink from a shallow, wide water dish. Pebbles may be put for safety)
- Decorations and hiding places (e.g. drift wood, stone or ornamental features)
- Live-food (NOT for Slings/Spiderlings) as it may injured your T, Half Dead or Cut Meal worm is recommended)
Remarks
- Simple mist the wall of the T Terrarium everyday and feed once or twice a week.
- Considered as a POPULAR Tarantula Due to colour and so many features in Movie and Film.- This Tarantula is listed in the Protected Species by CITES, you may need to get license to own one of these beauty..=)
Source: Internet, Wikipedia, Wikipets
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