Grammostola rosea
✓ VerifiedChilean Rose Hair, Rose Hair 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
65–80°F
(18–27°C)
Humidity Range
60% - 70%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
Small vial or 2x2x3"
Juvenile
5x5x5" or similar
Adult
10x10x10" or 5-10 gallon tank
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber, peat moss, or potting soil
Depth
3-4 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
Every 2-3 days
Juvenile
Twice per week
Adult
Once per week
Prey Size
Appropriately sized prey (1/2 to 2/3 body length)
What keepers actually do
Tarantuverse keepersEvery 5 days
Median across 3 keepers · 5 animals · 51 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
moderate
Burrowing
No
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
docile
Care Guide
**Chilean Rose Hair** - One of the most popular pet tarantulas. Very hardy and forgiving of beginner mistakes. Can go months without eating (not uncommon). Very slow growth rate means slings take years to reach adult size. Generally docile but can be unpredictable.
⚠️ 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
14
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Beginner Friendly
Care Level
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