Curly Hair Tarantula -Tliltocatl albopilosus - BEGINNER friendly
Curly Hair Tarantula -Tliltocatl albopilosus - BEGINNER friendly
Curly Hair Tarantula -Tliltocatl albopilosus - BEGINNER friendly
Curly Hair Tarantula -Tliltocatl albopilosus - BEGINNER friendly

Curly Hair Tarantula -Tliltocatl albopilosus - BEGINNER friendly

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Tliltocatl albopilosus — Curly Hair Tarantula

The Curly Hair Tarantula is one of those classic species that never gets old. I love how its woolly, golden-brown curls give it a soft, almost teddy bear look, while its hardy nature and calm, chunky terrestrial build make it a reliable favorite in any collection.

Special Notices
I keep this species in a simple terrestrial setup with good ventilation, a hide, and enough substrate to dig or reshape its space. Curly Hairs are sturdy, forgiving tarantulas, but they still do best with a secure enclosure, dry-to-slightly-moist substrate zones, and no overly wet conditions.

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Care Details
🌡️ Temperature 75–85°F (24–29°C). Warmer temperatures usually mean faster growth because they molt more often.
💧 Humidity Around 50–60% with a lightly moist corner, especially for smaller specimens. Keep the enclosure well ventilated and avoid swampy or bone-dry substrate. Water dishes are optional; I usually skip them except for larger species.
🏠 Housing
Babies 1–4 oz deli cup with needle ventilation. FREE container at checkout IF requested; not included otherwise.
Juveniles Use a secure terrestrial enclosure about 2–3x the tarantula’s body size with several inches of substrate, a starter hide, and steady ventilation.
Adults A floor-focused terrestrial enclosure works best, usually around 2–3x body size. Provide a hide, good substrate depth, and a sturdy water dish if desired for larger specimens.
General Diet
🍽️ Feeding Crickets + roaches work great, including Dubia, Red Runner, and Lobster roaches. Babies take baby crickets or baby roaches. If prey is too big, pre-kill by crushing the head, leave it, then remove leftovers or bolus. For super large specimens, a pinky/hopper mouse or feeder lizard can be offered very sparingly as an occasional treat; excess calcium can cause constipation/pooping issues. We never use pinhead crickets because they do not provide enough protein.
In-depth Facts
🕷️ Latin name / Scientific name Tliltocatl albopilosus
📛 Common name(s) Curly Hair Tarantula, Honduran Curly Hair Tarantula, Nicaraguan Curly Hair Tarantula
🌡️ Temperature 75–85°F (24–29°C)
💧 Humidity About 50–60%; lightly moist corner for smaller specimens, with the rest kept dry to slightly damp and well ventilated.
📍 Locale Central America, especially Nicaragua, Honduras, and nearby regions depending on form/locality.
🏷️ Category Terrestrial; opportunistic burrower; may web lightly around the hide or substrate surface.
📏 Size Females commonly reach about 5–6 inches DLS; males are usually smaller and more slender.
🪶 Urticating hairs Can, but choose not to usually.
⏳ Growth rate Medium, with steady growth when kept warm and fed consistently.
🧭 Life span Females can live around 15+ years; males typically live around 4–6 years.
🍽️ Feeding Usually a dependable eater. Offer appropriately sized crickets or roaches, and remove leftovers after feeding.
🎯 Recommended levels Anyone can own this species. It is hardy, attractive, forgiving, and one of the best classic display tarantulas for keepers who want a chunky New World terrestrial with a calm reputation and lots of personality.
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Safety Disclaimer
Safety Disclaimer: Tarantula bites are extremely rare, and there are no recorded human fatalities. Venom strength varies by species; Old World tarantulas are usually more potent than New World tarantulas, with Poecilotheria known for especially strong venom. Larger tarantulas may also deliver more venom.

If bitten, stay calm. Most symptoms fade within minutes to hours, though potent species may cause discomfort for up to a week. In 13 years, I’ve only been bitten once, and symptoms were gone after one week.

Handling is at your own risk. I’m not responsible for bites or injuries. Always prioritize your safety and the tarantula’s well-being.