Aphonopelma bicoloratum - Mexican Blood-Leg Tarantula
Aphonopelma bicoloratum - Mexican Blood-Leg Tarantula
Aphonopelma bicoloratum - Mexican Blood-Leg Tarantula

Aphonopelma bicoloratum - Mexican Blood-Leg Tarantula

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Aphonopelma bicoloratum – Mexican Blood-Leg Tarantula

This tarantula is super beginner friendly and widely considered one of the most docile tarantulas out there. It’s surprisingly colorful, often mistaken for a Brachypelma—but it’s not. What truly makes this species special is that it does not kick urticating hairs and has an extremely calm, chill demeanor. A perfect choice for new keepers, yet still a very high-end, long-term display tarantula that all collectors love.

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🌡️ Care Details
🌡️ Temperature 75–80°F (24–27°C). Warmer temps encourage slightly faster growth.
💧 Humidity ~50%. Keep substrate mostly dry with a lightly overflowed corner if desired.
🏠 Housing
Babies 1–4 oz deli cup with dry substrate and a starter burrow.
Juveniles Enclosure about 2× leg span with deeper substrate.
Adults Terrestrial enclosure with ample floor space and 3–4"+ of compactable substrate.
🍽️ General Diet
Crickets and roaches (Dubia, Red Runner, Lobster, Madagascar Hissing). Babies take baby roaches or small crickets. If prey is too large, pre-kill it. Remove leftovers promptly. Very large specimens may have an occasional pinky or feeder lizard—extremely sparingly.
📚 In-depth Facts
🕷️ Scientific name Aphonopelma bicoloratum
📛 Common name(s) Mexican Blood-Leg Tarantula
📍 Locale Mexico
🏷️ Category Terrestrial; burrow-oriented
📏 Size ~5–6" DLS
🪶 Urticating hairs They do not kick urticating hairs.
⏳ Growth rate Slow
🧭 Life span Females 20–25+ years / Males 6–8 years
🎯 Recommended levels Beginner and all levels
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⚠️ Safety Disclaimer
Safety Disclaimer: Experiencing a tarantula bite is an extremely rare occurrence, and it's important to note that there have been NO recorded fatalities due to a tarantula bite. The venom potency varies across species, with Old World tarantulas generally having stronger venom than their New World counterparts. Within the Old World category, the Poecilotheria genus is known for having particularly potent venom.

It's crucial to approach tarantulas with respect and understanding. If you happen to get bitten, which is unlikely, the key is to stay calm. In most cases, the discomfort is superficial and subsides within a few minutes to a few hours. However, bites from species with more potent venom may result in symptoms lasting up to a week. Remember, larger tarantulas tend to have more venom than smaller ones.

Please be aware that I cannot assume responsibility for bites. Tarantula handling should be done at your own risk. In my 13 years of experience with these creatures, I have only been bitten once, by a species with highly potent venom. While the experience was painful, the symptoms had completely disappeared after a week.

Handle tarantulas responsibly, and always prioritize your safety and the well-being of the tarantula.