The Chilean Rose Tarantula is one of the most commonly imported tarantulas in the trade today. This species of tarantula is a combination of being fairly large, hardy and docile. The Chilean Rose Tarantula can be found in almost any pet store, and can be found in two different color phases. One of the color phases of the Chilean Rose Tarantula is a tan to brown overall color with pink hairs and a pink carapace, while the other is a tarantula with red hairs all over it's body. These used to be classified under two different species, but they are now both known as Chilean Rose Tarantulas. There are many pet stores that carry Chilean Rose Tarantulas, although they may be under different names. Some of these names are listed below. The Chilean Rose Tarantula is the ultimate starter species, and should be considered for anybody who wants to dive into the hobby. The males will live about five years and females can live as long as twenty years.
It has become one of the most common and popular pet spiders. Rose hair tarantulas are available at most pet stores. They are inexpensive, require very little care, and do not need a large cage. The rose hair tarantula will make an excellent pet for both novice and experienced owners.
Chilean Rose Hair Tarantula Care Sheet
A five or ten
gallon terrarium tank with an under-tank heat pad is a good enclosure for a
rose hair tarantula. A substrate of bed-a-beast, a hide area or
half-log, and a shallow water dish is all that is required inside the
habitat. You can add additional well-secured decorations to your liking.
| Range | Bolivia, Northern Chile, and Argentina, found in many habitats, mostly deserts and scrubland. |
| Type | Terrestrial. |
| Diet | Spiderlings eat pinhead crickets, and other small insects. Adults eat crickets, other large insects, and an occasional pinkie mouse. |
| Full Grown Size | 4.5 to 5.5 inches. |
| Growth | Slow speed. |
| Temperature | 70 to 85° F. |
| Humidity | 75 to 80%. All tarantulas that have at least a 3 inch legspan may drink from a shallow, wide water dish. |
| Temperament | Docile and calm. |
| Housing | Spiderlings can live in a clear plastic deli-container with air holes. Adults can live in a 5 or 10-gallon tank. Floor space is more important than height. |
| Substrate | 2 to 3 inches of peat moss, or potting soil. |
| Decor | No decorations are really needed, but you can add a log, or cork bark. |
| Other Names | Chilean Rose Haired Tarantula, Chilean Rose Hair Tarantula, Chilean Common Tarantula, Chilean Fire Tarantula, Chilean Fire Rose Tarantula, and Chilean Flame Tarantula. |
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