This is a specific care sheet for Mexican Fire Legs (Brachypelma boehmei), for more in this genus see Category:Brachypelma.
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Known as the Mexican Fire Legged Tarantula, this is one of the most spectacular looking Brachypelma species. The dark black abdomen and fire red legs make this tarantula a force to be reckoned with. It is quite similar to the smithi but commonly regarded as more beautiful. A very good choice for a pet tarantula.
| Tarantula Information (for a more detailed Tarantula care review see Tarantula Care Sheets | |
| Regions Found: | Deserts of Mexico |
| Class: | Terrestrial. Likes to hide under tank furniture. |
| Longevity: | 3-4 years |
| Adult Size: | 14-15cm |
| Temperament: | Skittish but docile |
| Urticating Hairs: | Tend to be hair kickers |
| Venom Potency: | Unknown |
| Brachypelma boehmei Housing Requirements | |
| Tarantula Housing: | Floor space is more important than height, a deep substrate should be provided for burrowing. A good retreat is also required. |
| Temperature: | Between 26 to 30°C |
| Humidity: | About 65% |
| Special Requirements: | Dry substrate. |
| Breeding Brachypelma boehmei Tarantulas | |
| Breeding Difficulty: | Unknown |
| Egg sac size: | Unknown |
| Danger to Male: | Probable sexual cannibalism |
| Brachypelma boehmei Diet | |
| Livefood insects such as crickets, locust, butter worms, meal worms, superworms, housefliesand cockroaches. | |
| Recommended Pet Supplies for Brachypelma boehmei | |
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