Description

Tarantulas are members of the spider family. There are over 800 kinds in many colors. They have eight eyes and are active at night. Females tend to be larger and live longer than males.

• - A particularly striking tarantula, the Mexican Red Knee has a dark brown body and legs, with orange-red leg joints. The ends of the legs can detect vibrations, smells and tastes, to help the tarantula locate prey and the opposite sex
• - House tarantulas separately and do not house different invertebrate species together
• - Nocturnal - Awake at night, sleep during the day
• - Diet: Carnivore
• - Lifespan: Females up to 30 years. Males up to 7 years

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