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THE CURLY HAIR
The Curlyhair Tarantula is a nice species of tarantula that is ideal for the beginner
because of it's docile temperament and pretty large size. It is common, inexpensive and more than just a brown tarantula. Curlyhair Tarantulas have gold and even some tan hairs covering their bodies, and dark legs, with many evenly-spaced hairs which come out to be a truly beautiful species without being too colorful. By the way, not all Curlyhair Tarantulas actually have curly hair. They are very hardy tarantulas, and make great show spiders since they can be taken out and handled, although handling is not recommended. Curlyhair Tarantulas seem to have more personality (or should I say tarantulality) than Chilean Rose Tarantulas, another common beginner's species. Overall, Curlyhair Tarantulas are great for anybody, and may easily become a favorite tarantula in your collection!
Range Montane and cloud forests of Central America.
Habitat Found near some sort of natural cover like rocks, bases of trees,
hollow logs, etc.
Type Terrestial.
Diet Spiderlings eat pinhead crickets, that have been crushed, or had the legs taken
off them so that the tarantulas can catch the food easily. Adults eat crickets, other large insects, small lizards, pinkie mice, and even an occasional fuzzy mouse.
Full Grown Size 5 to 5.5 inches.
Growth Slow speed.
Temperature 75 to 85 degrees F.
Humidity Medium. All tarantulas that have at least a 3" legspan will drink from a
shallow, wide water dish though, so it is a good idea to provide one in the tank.
Temperament Docile and calm.
Housing 5 to 10-gallon tank. Floor space is more important than height.
Substrate 2 to 3 inches of potting soil or vermiculite.
Other Names Honduran Curlyhair Tarantula, and Wooly Tarantula.
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