Blond Tarantula Flashcards
Where is the blond tarantula found?
Deserts of Arizona and Mexico.
How long can the blond tarantula get?
Up to 10 inches.
How are male and female blond tarantulas different?
Males have black legs and are reddish. They are also smaller.
How many inches wide is the burrow of a blond tarantula?
2 inches.
When are tarantulas active?
They are nocturnal.
What do blond tarantulas do in the winter?
They plug their burrows with dirt and rocks and sit there in an inactive state. They live off fat reserves during this time.
What are the irritating hairs of the tarantula called?
Urticating hairs.
How old are blond tarantulas when they are mature?
10 years.
How does the male blond tarantula let the female know he is there?
He taps on her burrow.
How often do tarantulas generally molt?
Once a year.
