{"product_id":"bonnetina-minax-mexican-copperhead-tarantula","title":"Bonnetina minax - Mexican Copperhead Tarantula","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing:border-box; width:100%; max-width:860px; margin:0 auto;\npadding:14px; background:#f4f6fb; color:#1f2937;\nfont-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size:16px;\nline-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px; border:2px solid transparent; border-radius:10px;\nbackground:linear-gradient(#ffffff,#ffffff)\npadding-box,linear-gradient(120deg,#5b7c99,#2ea8a1,#d8963a) border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:6px; color:#475569; font-size:13px; font-weight:700;\nletter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eURBAN TARANTULAS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:27px; font-weight:700;\nline-height:1.2;\"\u003eMexican Copperhead Tarantula\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px; color:#475569; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBonnetina minax\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:18px 4px;\"\u003eBonnetina minax is a striking Mexican terrestrial tarantula whose rich copper-red carapace and warm metallic tones contrast beautifully with its darker legs and abdomen. The Mexican Copperhead stays relatively compact and is known in captivity for generally calm behavior, a good feeding response, and interesting burrowing habits. Its distinctive coloration makes this lesser-seen Mexican species especially rewarding as a display tarantula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; table-layout:fixed; border-collapse:separate;\nborder-spacing:0; background:#ffffff; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\nborder-radius:10px; overflow:hidden; box-shadow:rgba(17,24,39,0.06) 0\n2px 6px; font-size:16px; line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:34%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:66%;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003eSpecial Notices\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive slings room to dig.\u003c\/strong\u003e Young Mexican Copperheads often make extensive use of burrows, while larger specimens may become more comfortable adopting a prepared hide and spending more time visible above ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting with a baby?\u003c\/strong\u003e A FREE sling container is available if\nrequested at checkout. It is not automatically included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eVisit my \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UrbanTarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color:#345b78;\ntext-decoration:underline; font-weight:700;\"\u003eUrban Tarantulas YouTube channel\u003c\/a\u003e\nfor care, setup, feeding, and show-and-tell videos to see how we keep and feed our\ntarantulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003eCare Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌡️ Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical captive range is about 70–78°F (21–26°C). Stable room temperatures within this range suit this Mexican species well; avoid prolonged overheating and abrupt temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e💧 Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Favor good ventilation and a mostly dry surface while allowing some moisture deeper in the substrate, particularly for slings. Avoid keeping the enclosure constantly wet or stagnant, and provide larger juveniles and adults with regular access to clean drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003e🏠 Housing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBabies \/ Slings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a secure, well-ventilated container with substrate several times deeper than the sling's body height, allowing plenty of excavation. Provide a starter retreat, some lower-substrate moisture, and appropriately small prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJuveniles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increase usable floor area while retaining generous compactable substrate for burrowing. Add a snug hide, a water dish, good ventilation, and limited open height above the substrate to reduce fall risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdults:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a secure terrestrial enclosure with ample floor space, several inches of diggable substrate, a sturdy hide, good ventilation, and a water dish. Keep vertical clearance modest because this is a terrestrial tarantula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003e🍽️ General Diet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eOffer appropriately sized crickets and suitable roaches such as Dubia, Red Runner, or Lobster roaches. Tiny slings can accept very small live prey or portions of pre-killed prey when necessary, while juveniles and adults can take proportionally larger invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAdjust portions and feeding frequency according to life stage, abdomen condition, and feeding response rather than using a rigid schedule. Remove uneaten prey and boluses, and stop offering live feeders when a molt appears imminent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003eIn-depth Facts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e🕷️\nScientific Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\noverflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBonnetina minax\u003c\/em\u003e Ortiz \u0026amp; Francke, 2017\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wsc.nmbe.ch\/lsid\/urn:lsid:nmbe.ch:spidersp:049491\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:block; margin-top:9px; color:#345b78;\ntext-decoration:underline;\"\u003eView Bonnetina minax in the World Spider Catalog\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:block; margin-top:5px; font-size:14px;\ncolor:#475569;\"\u003eExplore current taxonomy, distribution, and scientific references.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📛 Common Names\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eMexican Copperhead Tarantula.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid\n#eef2f7;\"\u003eAbout 70–78°F (21–26°C), with stable room temperatures preferred.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e💧 Humidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid\n#eef2f7;\"\u003eMostly dry surface, some moisture retained below, good ventilation, and access to clean water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📍 Locale\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eMexico; described from the San Lucas area of Michoacán.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🏷️ Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eTerrestrial and opportunistically burrowing, with generally light webbing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e📏 Adult Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–5 in (10–13 cm) DLS.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3.5–4.5 in (9–11 cm) DLS.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px; color:#475569;\"\u003eDLS means diagonal leg span. These\nare general species notes, not the size of the specimen offered.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🪶 Urticating Hairs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eYes—if disturbed, they can flick urticating hairs as a natural defense. Individual responses vary.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e⏳ Growth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eSlow to medium; growth varies with life stage and captive conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🧭 Lifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–15+ years in captivity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–6+ years total lifespan in captivity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px; color:#475569;\"\u003eCaptive keeper estimates of total\nlifespan, not years remaining after purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🍽️ Feeding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid\n#eef2f7;\"\u003eAppropriately sized crickets and suitable roaches; adjust portions by life stage and body condition and withhold live prey around molts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\ncolor:#475569;\nborder-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e🎯 Recommended Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003eBeginner-friendly with the right setup for keepers who want a generally calm, colorful Mexican terrestrial with fascinating burrowing behavior and a manageable adult size.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:19px;\"\u003eFollow Me on Social Media\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; border-bottom:1px solid #eef2f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e🎁 Follow me on social media and receive an\nadditional freebie*\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e*Email me after you follow to let me know you’re a\nfollower so I can include it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:9px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/urbantarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\nnoreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px; min-height:44px;\npadding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#45627a; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UrbanTarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\nnoreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px; min-height:44px;\npadding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#277670; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/palmstreet.app\/u\/urbantarantulas?pr=muCIwoPJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px;\nmin-height:44px; padding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#4f46a5; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003ePalmstreet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/UrbanTarantulas\/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px;\nmin-height:44px; padding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#45627a; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003eFacebook\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@urbantarantulas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\nnoreferrer\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box; flex:1 1 140px; min-height:44px;\npadding:11px\n15px; border-radius:8px; background:#925052; color:#ffffff;\ntext-align:center; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700;\"\u003eTikTok\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; text-align:left; background:#f8fafc;\ncolor:#334155;\nfont-size:18px;\"\u003eSafety Disclaimer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding:14px; font-size:15px; color:#475569;\"\u003eTarantulas\ncan bite. Enjoy observing your tarantula and use secure transfer methods during\nmaintenance. Handling is at your own risk. Always prioritize your safety and the\ntarantula’s well-being. Avoid direct contact with urticating hairs and use calm, secure maintenance methods even with typically relaxed individuals.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Urban Tarantulas","offers":[{"title":"Female - 3.5 to 4inches - beauties - display specimens","offer_id":48111137620131,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Male - 3inches","offer_id":48111137652899,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/5077\/7507\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-10at10.02.32PM.png?v=1789102969","url":"https:\/\/www.urbantarantulas.com\/products\/bonnetina-minax-mexican-copperhead-tarantula","provider":"Urban Tarantulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}