Brachypelma hamorii
✓ VerifiedMexican Red Knee, Mexican Redknee Tarantula
Quick Facts
Adult Size
5-6 inches
Growth Rate
slow
Temperament
docile
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Beginner Friendly
Great for first-time keepers
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
70–85°F
(21–29°C)
Humidity Range
60% - 70%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Adult
10x10x10" or 5-10 gallon tank
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber or peat moss
Depth
3-4 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Adult
Once per week
Prey Size
Appropriately sized crickets, roaches, or mealworms
What keepers actually do
Tarantuverse keepersEvery 5 days
Median across 5 keepers · 5 animals · 47 logged feedings
Observed across all life stages, so slings and adults are combined. This describes what keepers log — it isn’t a recommendation.
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
light
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
docile
Care Guide
**Mexican Red Knee** - Iconic species with beautiful red/orange markings. Very docile and easy to care for. Slow growing but worth the wait. Great display species. Threatened in the wild, most in the hobby are captive bred.
⚠️ Safety Information
Urticating Hairs
This species has urticating hairs that can cause irritation if handled. Use caution during maintenance.
Venom Potency
Venom is not considered medically significant to humans, though reactions may vary.
Species Statistics
15
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Beginner Friendly
Care Level
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