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Aphonopelma vorhiesi (Madrean Red Rump Tarantula) - female- Tucson Bronze

  • $179.99

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At a glance

Keeper level
Beginner to Intermediate
Lifestyle
Terrestrial / Fossorial
Adult size
4–6 inches
Temperament
Calm and unhurried — a rewarding display species for keepers who enjoy watching natural behavior.

Keeper notes

Best appreciated as a display species — observe through the enclosure and enjoy the show. Use long feeding tongs for prey delivery and routine maintenance. Not a handling species.
About this species
Scientific Name
Aphonopelma vorhiesi
Common Name
Tucson Bronze
World Type
New World
Growth Rate
Slow
Origin
USA / Mexico
Habitat
Desert scrubland / Grassland
Display Appeal
Medium

Highlights

Healthy, active, and shipped with care
Native range: USA / Mexico
Adult size: 4–6 inches
Keeper level: Beginner to Intermediate
Terrestrial / Fossorial — desert scrubland / grassland
Display appeal: Medium

Species profile

Aphonopelma vorhiesi — commonly known as the Tucson Bronze — is a New World terrestrial / fossorial species with a natural range spanning USA / Mexico. In ideal conditions, adults reach a legspan of 4–6 inches, displaying the full coloration and presence this species is prized for in the hobby. Maintain temperatures of 70–82°F with 40–60% relative humidity and this animal will reward you with years of reliable display and fascinating behavior.

Listing details

Aphonopelma vorhiesi - Female - Madrean Red Rump Tarantula

Aphonopelma vorhiesi more commonly known as the Tucson Bronze Tarantula is a species of spider in the family Theraphosidae, found in United States (Arizona and New Mexico).

Care guidance
Keep in a spacious terrestrial enclosure with ample floor area. Maintain 70–82°F and 40–60% humidity. Provide dry sandy substrate at least 3–4 inches deep with a secure hide and a shallow water dish — consistency in these basics is the key to a thriving specimen.
$179.99