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Continue ShoppingTliltocatl albopilosus Nicaraguan pure blood - Female - Nicaraguan Curly Hair Tarantula
- $124.99
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FEMALE
At a glance
- Keeper level
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Lifestyle
- Terrestrial
- Adult size
- 5–6 inches
- Temperament
- Bold and exploratory. Thrives as a display species — captivating to watch as it moves through its enclosure.
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
- Tliltocatl albopilosus
- Common Name
- Nicaraguan Curly Hair Tarantula
- World Type
- New World
- Growth Rate
- Slow to Medium
- Origin
- Central / South America
- Habitat
- Tropical dry forest / Grassland
- Display Appeal
- High
Highlights
Healthy, active, and shipped with care
Native range: Central / South America
Adult size: 5–6 inches
Keeper level: Beginner to Intermediate
Terrestrial — tropical dry forest / grassland
Display appeal: High
Species profile
Tliltocatl albopilosus — commonly known as the Nicaraguan Curly Hair Tarantula — is a New World terrestrial species with a natural range spanning Central / South America. In ideal conditions, adults reach a legspan of 5–6 inches, displaying the full coloration and presence this species is prized for in the hobby. Maintain temperatures of 72–80°F with 55–65% relative humidity and this animal will reward you with years of reliable display and fascinating behavior.
Listing details
Tliltocatl albopilosum 'Nicaraguan' - Female - Nicaraguan Curly Hair Tarantula
Tliltocatl albopilosum is a species of tarantula, also known as the curlyhair tarantula. The species' native range is Costa Rica. They are terrestrial, opportunistic burrowing spiders. This tarantula is covered in long bristles that have a characteristic curl to them giving them a unique look.
Photo by NV
Care guidance
Keep in a spacious terrestrial enclosure with ample floor area. Maintain 72–80°F and 55–65% humidity. Provide dry terrestrial 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.