Brachypelma

Brachypelma are one of the most interesting genus in the tarantula hobby because some of the species in this genus are ideal begginer tarantulas. Recently the genus was devided into two. Some of the speccies from the Brachypelma genus were moved to Tliltocatl genus. If you find these genus facinating you should check Tliltocatl because the species from that genus share some similarities to Brachypelma.

The Brachypelma genus has tarantulas that varies in size from 5" - 8" depending on the species. Also, each species from this genus have great contrasting colorations, behavior and size compare to other genus. However, most of the species from this genus are very slow growers. The average brachypelmas reach sexual maturity ten years in the wild and it takes 30-40 years for them to grow to full size (6"-8"). Also, like other slow growing species, once females become sexually mature they usually switch their molting cycle to every 2 years, instead of the usual annual molt. When they become really old, perhaps in their late thirties or forties, they switch to molting every three years. Keeping a Brachypelma is like keeping some sort of national treasure. This Genus has a potential to out live you so be sure to write it into your Last Will and Testament! If your looking for a pet tarantula that you like to grow with, this is the perfect pet for you. Below are list of the species from this genus :)