{"product_id":"brachypelma-auratum-mexican-flame-knee-tarantula-female-about-5","title":"Brachypelma auratum (Mexican Flame Knee Tarantula) FEMALE about 5\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrachypelma auratum (Mexican Flame Knee Tarantula)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis docile species is a stunner and great for those who love high contrast coloration. Featuring bright red-orange knees shaped almost like hearts and yellow banding, this species creates a cleaner, more refined look than its cousin, the Mexican Red Knee (B. hamorii). Add this amazing docile new world tarantula for sale to your collection today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Brachypelma auratum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright red-orange, heart-shaped knee markings and yellow banding against a black body create one of the cleanest, most refined looks in the genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocile Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm and easygoing, a comfortable species for any experience level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong Lived:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females can live for decades with proper care, a genuine lifelong companion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Brachypelma auratum be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 5 to 6 inches at full leg span.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose an enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height, with a hide included for security.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 65 to 75 degrees F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate damp but not saturated, resembling the texture and color of coffee grounds. Organic coconut fiber works well since it resists mold and holds humidity steadily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, or mealworms sized to about a quarter of the leg span, matching the width of the carapace (head). Feed at least once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Docile and easygoing, one of the calmer species in the genus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart-Shaped Knees:\u003c\/strong\u003e The distinctive shape of the knee markings is part of what sets this species apart visually from its closest relatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55110119227711,"sku":"B.AURAT.5F","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/Brachypelma_auratum.jpg?v=1765484033","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/brachypelma-auratum-mexican-flame-knee-tarantula-female-about-5","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}