Brachypelma boehmei
✓ VerifiedMexican Fire Leg, Mexican Rust Leg
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Quick Facts
Adult Size
5-6 inches
Growth Rate
slow
Temperament
defensive
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Intermediate
Some experience recommended
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
72°F - 82°F
(22°C - 28°C)
Humidity Range
60% - 70%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
Small vial or 2x2x3"
Juvenile
5x5x5"
Adult
10x10x8" or 5-10 gallon tank
🪨 Substrate
Type
dry coco fiber or peat moss mix
Depth
3-4 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
Every 4-5 days
Juvenile
Once per week
Adult
Every 1-2 weeks
Prey Size
Appropriately sized prey (up to 2/3 body length)
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
light
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
defensive
Care Guide
**Mexican Fire Leg** — Stunning species with vivid orange-red legs contrasting against a jet black body and carapace. More defensive than most other *Brachypelma* species — readily flicks urticating hairs and can be skittish. CITES Appendix II listed. Same husbandry as other Mexican *Brachypelma*: dry enclosure, moist corner, always-available water dish. Very slow grower. Not the best choice for beginners due to its defensive nature, but a manageable intermediate species.
⚠️ 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
3
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Intermediate
Care Level
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