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Arizona Blonde
BeginnerAphonopelma chalcodes
A North American desert terrestrial species clad in pale blonde hair. Very docile, drought-hardy and long-lived, though famously slow-growing.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
22〜30℃
Lifespan
Female 20-30 years / Male 5-10 years
Size
Leg span 12-14 cm
Humidity
50〜60%
Diet
Live insects such as crickets and roaches, offered roughly weekly.
About
The Arizona Blonde (Aphonopelma chalcodes) is a terrestrial tarantula from the deserts of Arizona and the surrounding region, clad in pale blonde hair and reaching a 12–14cm leg span. Very docile and drought-hardy, females are remarkably long-lived at 20–30 years, though the species is famously slow-growing. It tolerates a wide 22–30°C range, prefers a dry 50–60% humidity, and is fed crickets and dubia roaches about weekly. Hardy and fairly tolerant of handling, it is a good beginner species.
Basic Info
Origin
Desert regions of Arizona, USA
Lifespan
Female 20-30 years / Male 5-10 years
Size
Leg span 12-14 cm
Temperature
22〜30℃
Humidity
50〜60%
Diet
Live insects such as crickets and roaches, offered roughly weekly.
Care Guide
Habitat
Dry terrestrial setup with substrate, a hide and water dish.
Temp & Humidity
22-30°C, 50-60% humidity; drought-hardy, avoid wet conditions.
References & Sources
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