Tliltocatl kahlenbergi (New mexican)

Tliltocatl kahlenbergi (Red Rump Tarantula)

Origin: Nicaragua, Central America.

Size: 4.5–5.5 inches (11–14 cm) leg span.

Lifespan: Females 15–20 years, males 4–6 years.

Lifestyle: Terrestrial and fossorial, often found in self-dug burrows or natural retreats.

Appearance: Dark body with reddish setae on the abdomen, similar to T. vagans but generally smaller and more compact.

Temperament: Calm and hardy, though can flick urticating hairs when disturbed. Considered beginner-friendly but best kept as a display animal.

Care & Habitat:

Enclosure: Terrestrial setup with hides and 5–6 inches of substrate for burrowing.

Substrate: Coconut fiber, topsoil, or a soil mix that holds humidity well.

Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C).

Humidity: 65–75%, with a shallow water dish and occasional light misting.

Diet: Crickets, roaches, and mealworms weekly; juveniles more often.