Aphonopelma
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Aphonopelma
Aphonopelma
Aphonopelma is a type of tarantula known for its fuzzy body and long legs. These spiders are gentle and often found in warm places, making them interesting to watch.
Habitat: Desert
Appearance
The Aphonopelma is a robust, hairy tarantula often sporting earthy tones like brown, black, or tan. Some species display hints of red or metallic iridescence on their legs or carapace, making them distinct from smoother spiders.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassArachnidaOrderAraneaeFamilyTheraphosidaeGenusAphonopelma
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
If an Aphonopelma loses a leg, it can grow a new one back when it sheds its skin!
Some female Aphonopelma can live longer than your grandma's oldest pet!
Their fangs inject venom, but it's usually less harmful to humans than a bee sting.
They feel the world through vibrations in the ground, detecting prey without seeing them.
Special abilities
Ability
Burrow Master
Aphonopelma can dig intricate underground burrows to hide from predators and regulate its body temperature.
Ability
Hair Missile Defense
Aphonopelma has urticating hairs on its abdomen that can be kicked off to irritate attackers, like a prickly shield!
Ability
Silk Engineer
Aphonopelma uses strong silk to line its burrow, construct trapdoors, and create a soft mat for laying eggs.
Measurements & details
- Size
- 30-80 mm
- Lifespan
- 730-10950 days
- Leg Count
- 8
Diet & Feeding
Aphonopelma are ambush hunters that primarily feast on insects and other small creatures.
Primary Foods
- crickets
- grasshoppers
- beetles
- other spiders
- small lizards
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
eats
Field Cricket
Gryllus assimilis
A common insect prey for hungry tarantulas.
parasitizes
Tarantula Hawk Wasp
Pepsis formosa
A fearsome wasp that paralyzes tarantulas to lay eggs on them.
eaten by
Greater Roadrunner
Geococcyx californianus
A fast bird that can snatch up a wandering tarantula.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Web Builder
This trait characterizes organisms that construct elaborate silken webs for catching prey, shelter, or reproduction.
Burrowing
Burrowing animals dig tunnels and chambers in the ground, using these subterranean structures for shelter, hunting, or breeding.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Desert
Desert habitats are arid regions characterized by extremely low precipitation and often extreme temperatures, supporting specialized flora and fauna.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Carnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Always watch spiders from a distance and never try to touch them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Aphonopelma?
30-80 mm
How long does Aphonopelma live?
730-10950 days
What does Aphonopelma eat?
Aphonopelma are ambush hunters that primarily feast on insects and other small creatures.
Where is Aphonopelma usually found?
Desert
How does Aphonopelma hunt?
Ambush
How many legs does Aphonopelma have?
8
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