Mexican Red Knee (Brachypelma Hamorii)

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The Mexican Red Knee (Brachypelma hamorii) — an iconic and much-loved tarantula in the hobby. It's often the "poster spider" when people think of tarantulas, thanks to its classic look and calm nature.

Behavior and Temperament: Very calm, shy, and slow-moving — great for beginners

Habitat and Environment Needs: Prefers a terrestrial setup. Substrate: 3–5 inches of coco fiber, topsoil, or a mix. Humidity: Around 60–70%. Temperature: 72–78°F (22–25°C).

Feeding: Feed on Crickets, mealworms, dubia roaches.

Additional Information: Docile but may flick urticating hairs (mildly irritating to skin/eyes)

Mexican Red Knee	Brachypelma hamorii (formerly confused with B. smithi — they look very similar!)
Category:	New World
Type:	Terrestrial
Country of Origin:	Pacific coast of Mexico
Adult Leg Span:	About 5.5–6 inches (14–15 cm) leg span
Defense mechanism:	Docile but may flick urticating hairs (mildly irritating to skin/eyes)
Diet:	Crickets, mealworms, dubia roaches
Temperature:	72–78°F (22–25°C)

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Mexican Red Knee (Brachypelma Hamorii)

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