Tliltocatl epicureanus (Yucatan Rust-rump Tarantula)

Tliltocatl epicureanus (Yucatan Rust-rump Tarantula)

The Yucatan Rust-rump is a captivating species native to the dry forests of the Yucatan. This tarantula is characterized by its darker body and legs contrasted against a vibrant rust-orange abdomen. Like most of its Tliltocatl relatives, this species carries a docile temperament, making it an ideal choice for both beginner keepers and experienced collectors. Grab this hardy new world tarantula for sale, a genuine beginner favorite.

Why do hobbyists keep Tliltocatl epicureanus?

• Stunning Coloration: A darker body and legs contrasted against a vibrant rust-orange abdomen, a classic earthy Tliltocatl look.
• Docile Temperament: Calm and easygoing, an ideal choice for beginner keepers and experienced collectors alike.
• Great Display Species: An opportunistic burrower that tends to stay out in the open more than in its hide once it reaches a few inches.
• Long Lived: Females can live 30 or more years with proper care.

How should Tliltocatl epicureanus be kept?

• Adult Size: Reaches about 5 inches at full leg span.
• Enclosure: Choose an enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height, with at least 3 inches of substrate for occasional burrowing and a hide included.
• Temperature: Keep between 75 to 80 degrees F.
• Humidity: 60-70%.
• Water: A shallow textured water dish works well, something they can grip when climbing out.
• Diet: Crickets, roaches, or mealworms sized to about a quarter of the leg span, matching the width of the carapace (head). A good eater. Feed at least once a week.
• Temperament: Docile, though a bit skittish, more likely to flee or flick urticating hairs than stand its ground.

Are there any additional notes or considerations?

• Slow Grower: Females take about 10 years to reach maturity, so treat this one as a genuine long term project.
• Captive Bred: All Tarantulas are 100% captive bred.