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So if you are new to the hobby better consider my top 10 list. before i made this list, what i considered is their Looks, Temperament, size and their Price.

Monday, January 7, 2013

Acanthoscurria brocklehursti (Brazilian black and white tarantula)

The Brazilian black and white tarantula, Acanthoscurria brocklehursti, is known for its aggressiveness, huge appetite and rapid rate of growth. It is called the giant black and white tarantula because it can reach a leg span of 7–9 inch
Tarantula Information
Regions Found: Forests of South America, predominantly Brazil
Class: Terrestrial
Longevity: 3-4 years
Adult Size: 7-9
Temperament: sometimes to be defensive
Urticating Hairs: Yes,
Venom Potency: Low toxicity, comparable to a bee sting
Acanthoscurria brocklehursti Requirements
Tarantula Housing: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required, maybe a few in strategic places.
Temperature: 24-28°C (75-86°F)
Humidity: About 55-65%
Special Requirements: No special requirements.
Acanthoscurria brocklehursti Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects

Acanthoscurria Chacoana ( Bolivian Salmon Pink)

The Bolivian Salmon Pink is one of the largest available arachnids. It is covered in greyish-black or brown hairs, with long, pinkish hairs on the legs, chelicerae and some parts of the body. The hairs on the abdomen of the male may appear slightly more reddish than those of the female

Tarantula Information
Regions Found: Argentina and Bolivia
Class: Terrestrial
Longevity: Very slow and long lived. Live for up to 30 years.
Adult Size: 7-8
Temperament: sometimes to be defensive
Urticating Hairs: Yes, Very Irritating
Venom Potency: Low toxicity, comparable to a bee sting
Brachypelma smithi Housing Requirements
Tarantula Housing: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required, maybe a few in strategic places.
Temperature: 24-28°C (75-86°F)
Humidity: About 55-65%
Special Requirements: No special requirements.
Brachypelma smithi Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects

Grammostola pulchra (Brazilian black)

The Brazilian black tarantula (Grammostola pulchra) is a terrestrial species native to Brazil. The species is desirable as a pet because of their long life and reputation for being docile, as well as for its appealing dark coloration. Mature males also live much longer when adult than the average tarantula.

Tarantula Information
Regions Found: Brazil
Class: Terrestrial
Longevity: Very slow and long lived. Live for up to 30 years.
Adult Size: 6inches
Temperament: Very calm and docile
Urticating Hairs: Yes
Venom Potency: Low toxicity, comparable to a bee sting
Brachypelma smithi Housing Requirements
Tarantula Housing: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required, maybe a few in strategic places.
Temperature: 24-28°C (75-86°F)
Humidity: About 55-65%
Special Requirements: No special requirements.
Brachypelma smithi Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects

Brachypelma Klaasi (Mexican Pink Tarantula)

The Brachypelma klaasi (also called Mexican Pink) is a tarantula endemic to Mexico and can be found in North and Central America. This beautiful tarantula can grow up to 5-6inches its beautiful color and docile behavior makes it one of the best pet to keep for a beginner. This tarantula also looks like Brachypelma Boehmie

Tarantula Information
Regions Found: Mexican, North and central america
Class: Terrestrial
Longevity: Very slow and long lived. Live for up to 20 years.
Adult Size: Grows to about 13-17cm
Temperament: Very calm and docile
Urticating Hairs: Yes, less prone to use compared to similar species
Venom Potency: Low toxicity, comparable to a bee sting
Brachypelma smithi Housing Requirements
Tarantula Housing: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required, maybe a few in strategic places.
Temperature: 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Humidity: About 55-65%
Special Requirements: No special requirements.
Brachypelma smithi Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects

Sunday, January 6, 2013

Brachpelma Emilia (Mexican Red Leg Tarantula)

Known as the Mexican Red Leg Tarantula, this is another species of Brachypelma with an aesthetically pleasing combination of red and black colouration.Its look likes the Brachypelma Klaasi although its coloration on the leg is much more of "red-orange" and to klaasi is more on Pink

Tarantula Information
Regions Found: Mexico
Class: Terrestrial
Longevity: Very slow and long lived. Live for up to 20 years.
Adult Size: 4-6inches
Temperament: Docile and calm, sometimes Skittish
Urticating Hairs: Yes but rarely
Venom Potency: Low toxicity, comparable to a bee sting
Brachypelma smithi Housing Requirements
Tarantula Housing: Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is required, maybe a few in strategic places.
Temperature: 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Humidity: About 55-65%
Special Requirements: No special requirements.
Brachypelma smithi Diet
Livefood insects such as cricketsmealwormssuperwormshouseflies and other Small insects