That coupled with the fact they are docile, slow moving, and rarely kick hairs or give threat postures make them a great ambassador for winning over the hearts and minds of non tarantula keepers and arachnophobes. These tarantulas make extraordinarily mellow and quiet pets.

Keep the tank out of direct sunlight. This is definitely a species you need in your collection before you can call it complete. The actual molt is complete in a few hours, but the entire process can take weeks. Expect to pay between $20 and $50 on average. Recommended Experience Level: Beginner. Their body and legs are covered with dark brown bristly hairs and longer golden hairs. Common Name: Curly Hair, Honduran Curly Hair, Nicaraguan Curly Hair Tarantula. Life span: Female: 3-10 years, Males: much shorter. They are inexpensive. I prefer using the latter with this species as I have found they really like to burrow deep as spiderlings, but either will be fine. Tliltocatl albopilosus (previously Brachypelma albopilosum) is a species of tarantula,[1] also known as the curlyhair tarantula. Category: New World. Simply drop the prey into the enclosure near your spider.

Add a layer of at least 3 inches of peat moss, chemical-free potting soil, or vermiculite to the bottom of the tank. An area on the end of each leg is sensitive to smell, taste and vibration, and is used to detect prey. I try to keep the lower levels of substrate damp while allowing the top layers to remain dry, giving the tarantula the option to burrow deeper for more humid conditions or staying out on top for more arid conditions. The insects should be no larger than the size of your tarantula's body. The largest threat to the curlyhair tarantula is now habitat loss. Type: Terrestrial. theTarantulaCollective@gmail.comyoutube.com/the_tarantula_collectiveinstagram.com/the_tarantula_collective. The egg sac is incubated for about seven to eight weeks at 24 to 27 degrees Celsius, after which pale-colored young emerge and cluster together. And then simply enjoy observing this interesting creature. I keep my spiderlings in small acrylic amac boxes. These spiders are generally calm, hardy, and easy to care for, making them ideal for those who are new to raising tarantulas as pets. I still pour a little water down the corner of the enclosure to keep the bottom layer of the substrate a little more damp than the top layers. Then, add pieces of cork bark, a hollow log, or even half of a small clay flower pot to serve as a hiding spot for your spider. Endemic Location: Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica. This venom has a double purpose, paralysing the prey, as well as beginning digestion.Once the venom has acted the tarantula is able to suck up the proteins and fats of its prey, leaving just a small ball of undigested body parts. This tarantula is covered in long bristles that have a characteristic curl to them giving them a unique look. I do not recommend using live plants with this species as the plants will require more light and moisture than the tarantula seems to prefer, but most importantly because this t will more than likely dig them up or cover them with dirt. A local exotic animal veterinarian might be able to direct you to a good seller. The … These tarantulas make extraordinarily mellow and quiet pets. I have used both the honey comb style terrestrial box that is wider than tall as well as the container store style enclosure that is deeper than it is wide. The Tliltocatl albopilosum known as the Curly Hair Tarantula has recently seen the common name in the hobby split into the Nicaraguan Curly Hair (true form) and the Honduran Curly Hair (curly hair).

Matt Meadows / Photolibrary / Getty Images. There are some visual differences in the tarantulas as some are more golden brown while others are a much darker, almost black color. That's why it's very important to wash your hands well (and don't rub your eyes) after handling a tarantula or anything in its enclosure. Moreover, curly hair tarantulas are easily spooked, so you should keep any handling to a minimum. Curly hair tarantulas are ground-dwelling, burrowing spiders native to Central America. It is widely believed that if you purchase a Nicaraguan Curly Hair from a reputable breeder you are getting a thoroughbred species. I show you exactly how I set up, feed, and care for my Curly Hair Tarantula. I also include some interesting facts and endemic location for the Tliltocatl albopilosum.

Another option is coconut husk bedding, which is available at many pet stores. Remove any uneaten prey after 24 hours to keep the enclosure clean. Tliltocatl albopilosus (previously Brachypelma albopilosum) is a species of tarantula, also known as the curlyhair tarantula. This can be accomplished by overflowing the water dish once a week or dripping water down the side corner of the enclosure. You can use a heating pad under the tank to maintain the appropriate temperature, which you should monitor regularly with a thermometer. Body Length: 3” (8cm) Diagonal Leg Span (DLS): 6.5”(17cm) Urticating Hairs: Yes Type I & III. The curly hair tarantula has a round body that's covered with long bristles that have a slight curl—hence the spider's common name. Females live potentially between 8 - 10 years of age and Males roughly 4 years. @Harryth Hi, the Nicaraguan form is generally accepted as the "true" form. I fill the enclosure up about ⅔ with coco fiber, provide a hide and water dish and usually a small fake plant and a little sphagnum moss and broken up dried leaves mostly for a natural look. It's best to sit on the floor when handling these animals in case they do get scared and try to flee. But it’s often easier to go through a reputable breeder or exotic pet rescue group. Many keepers note that this species seem to have more “personality” than many others do. You might even find them boring if you expected a lively animal. They are typically docile. The larger the tarantula, the longer I wait before feeding again to give them plenty of time to harden up. [4] This usually docile tarantula will kick hairs off the abdomen with its hind legs when threatened, which cause blindness if they hit the eyes of a predator and can also cause a rash on the skin. The spiderlings develop quickly, molting again over the next couple of weeks, by which time they disperse to live independent lives. But if your spider has become lethargic or isn’t eating, consult your veterinarian to help you figure out the root cause. This is an INDIVIDUAL (1) Nicaraguan Curly Hair Tarantula Spiderling which will measure 3/4". The “curly hair”, as it is affectionately known, is one of the more active tarantulas, making it interesting to watch as it goes about arranging its home. They are notorious for filling up their water dish with dirt or flipping it over, so I have to check on their water dish at least 3x a week.