Tliltocatl kahlenbergi
✓ VerifiedMexican Black Velvet Tarantula, Kahlenberg's Tarantula
Fucesa, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Quick Facts
Adult Size
5-6 inches
Growth Rate
slow
Temperament
Calm and slow-moving; less defensive than T. vagans, rarely kicks hairs
Taxonomy
Community
Experience Required
Beginner Friendly
Great for first-time keepers
🌡️ Climate Requirements
Temperature Range
72–82°F
(22–28°C)
Humidity Range
55% - 70%
🏠 Enclosure Sizes
Sling
2x2x2 inches
Juvenile
6x6x4 inches
Adult
12x8x6 inches
🪨 Substrate
Type
coco fiber, topsoil mix
Depth
3-4 inches
🍽️ Feeding Schedule
Sling
2x per week
Juvenile
weekly
Adult
every 10-14 days
Prey Size
medium
💧 Additional Care Notes
Water Dish
Required
Webbing
minimal
Burrowing
Yes
🕷️ Behavior & Temperament
General Temperament
Calm and slow-moving; less defensive than T. vagans, rarely kicks hairs
Care Guide
Tliltocatl kahlenbergi (formerly Brachypelma kahlenbergi) is a striking all-black Mexican tarantula with deep velvet coloration and faint reddish highlights on the setae when viewed in direct light. It is one of the calmer Tliltocatl species and is rarely defensive compared to T. vagans, making it a good candidate for keepers who want a display-worthy dark species with beginner-friendly temperament. Grow slowly like all Mexican species. Provide a dry substrate with a slightly moist deep layer, a hide, and a constant water dish. Urticating hairs are present but rarely deployed. CITES Appendix II listed as with all Brachypelma/Tliltocatl — captive bred only.
⚠️ 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
1
Total Keepers
N/A
Community Rating
Beginner Friendly
Care Level
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