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The Curly Hair Tarantula, or Tlitocatl albopilosus, is a large, docile tarantula native to Central America, notable for its dense, curly hair that imparts a puppy-like appearance. Its long lifespan, up to 20 years in captivity, and calm, easy-to-handle nature make it a popular choice for beginners in tarantula keeping.
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The Curly Hair Tarantula, also known as Tlitocatl albopilosus (formerly Brachypelma albopilosum), is a species of tarantula native to Central America, particularly in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Honduras. This species is named for its dense, pale curly hair that covers its body giving it an almost puppy-like appearance. Curly hair tarantulas are a large size tarantula with adult females can reach a leg span of up to 6 inches (15 cm), while males are typically smaller. These tarantulas are considered remarkably calm, slow-moving, and handleable, making them perfect for adults. Tlitocatl albopilosus can live up to 20 years in captivity. Overall, the Curly Hair Tarantula is a popular and easy-to-care-for species that makes a great choice for those new to tarantula keeping.
Curly hair tarantulas are considered wonderfully docile. These are slow-moving, calm animals, making them brilliant for handling and the perfect species for brand-new keepers. Being a new-world species, these T’s opt to flick hairs instead of bite wherever possible, however, their venom is considered incredibly mild nonetheless, on par with a bee-sting. These spiders are typically predictable in nature, and are unlikely to unexpectedly dart or attack.
Tlitocatl albopilosus are considered hardy, easy-care T’s perfect for beginners. These are fossorial tarantulas that thrive in deep burrows, so they require around 6 inches of substrate. Keep the temperature in the enclosure between 75-85°F (24-29°C), using a heat mat if necessary. Humidity levels should be kept at around 60% RH, aided by a water dish, regular misting of the enclosure, and dampening of the substrate. This tarantula should be fed around once a week with appropriately sized live insects, such as crickets or roaches. Remove any uneaten prey after 24 hours. Curly hair tarantulas will appreciate rocks, bark, and other objects to tunnel under and around.
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When you receive your order, open it up and locate the transport container your pet is inside. Gently ease out your pet into the home you’ve prepared for it.
Ordering pets online can be nerve-wracking, we get it. Our 7-Day live guarantee is our way to ease nerves over the purchasing process.
We’re confident in the quality husbandry, shipping, and packaging of our livestock. On the rare occasion an animal arrives in poor condition, we will provide credit for the cost of that animal. If all animals in the shipment arrive in poor condition, we will also provide credit for the postage.
We try to make it as easy as possible to help any unwell critters, and ensure you can get your money back. There are a couple of steps to go through before a refund can be issued.
If you’ve received an unwell animal in the mail:
1. If it is safe to do so, (your pet is not medically significant or harmful) please remove the animal from its transport container, ideally onto your hand. We ask this as invertebrates, particularly insects, are experts at ‘playing dead’.
2. To provide you with the best advice going forward and to confirm the condition of your pet, we kindly request a short video of the animal in question before your refund can be processed. This can be uploaded on our ‘live guarantee refunds form’, or you can email it straight to us.
3. We typically respond within 24 hours, but please allow 1-3 working days for a response. Once it’s confirmed that you are eligible for a refund, we’ll get process the credit to your account.
We’ll need this information to reach us within 7 days after you’ve received your pet. We cannot provide any live guarantee to animals that have been refused, returned, or not collected.
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