Tarantulas are the largest spiders in the world. To sustain their large size, they feed exclusively on meat, which means that they are carnivores. In the wild, they feed primarily on insects, but they will also eat a variety of small lizards, mammals, and sometimes even birds! The types of foods that tarantulas can eat … Read more
Tarantulas are not reptiles, nor are they mammals. If you said they’re insects, that’s not quite right either, but you’re getting closer. The correct answer is that tarantulas are arachnids! Arachnids are a class of join-legged invertebrates. This means that they do not have spines. Another common feature among arachnids is that they have eight … Read more
The Darth Maul Tarantula (Psalmopoeus victori) is a New World arboreal species from Veracruz, Mexico. She has some Old World characteristics such as lacking urticating hair in her abdomen, being fast, aggressive, and having a potent venom. It has been first described very recently (2008) as the first arboreal tarantula in Mexico and North America. … Read more
The Colombian Giant Redleg Tarantula (Megaphobema robustum) is a New World terrestrial species. She’s native to the lowland region of Colombia, particularly in “Los Llanos.” Known for being one of the most enormous Tarantulas, the Colombian Giant Redleg can grow to a stunning size of eight inches, a size that really serves to bring out … Read more
The Mexican Red Knee tarantula (brachypelma hamorii) is a New World terrestrial tarantula native to Mexico. This species has often been confused with the Brachypelma smithi because they’re very similar in appearance. The Mexican Red Knee is an incredibly popular species in the hobby due to its striking appearance and docile nature. This makes them … Read more
When talking about tarantulas, small and cute are usually not the first words that come to people’s minds. However, dwarf tarantulas are smaller tarantulas and they definitely have a certain cuteness to them. With over 800 identified tarantula species, it can sometimes be hard to get a good overview of all of them. They all … Read more
Tarantulas are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. They’re the bulkiest spiders out there and have some very unique characteristics. One thing that many people are curious about is what the differences are between male and female tarantulas. For many people, the differences between them are not immediately obvious. However, if you … Read more
The Singapore Blue Tarantula (Omothymus violaceopes) is an Old World arboreal species native to Singapore and Malaysia. They’re famed for their large size and striking blue color, and these features have made them incredibly popular among hobbyists. However, despite the fact that they’re a pleasure to behold, they’re also quite defensive, fast, and have potent … Read more
