Chaetopelma olivaceum - unsexed- Egyptian Black Tarantula

Chaetopelma olivaceum

Chaetopelma olivaceum is a species of mygalomorph spider, belonging to the tarantula family (Theraphosidae). It has many synonyms, including Ischnocolus jerusalemensis. Common names used include black furry, black tarantula and Middle East gold. The species is found in the Middle East including Israel, Turkey, Egypt, the Sudan and Cyprus. It is very common inside homes in Israel.