Brachypelma vagans (Mexican redrump tarantula)


By Nigel Carter

B.angustum, B.albopilosum and B.vagans are from more moist areas so they should be kept in a little more humid conditions than the other Brachypelma species. Instead of mixing the damp vermiculite with dry as described above (in B. smithi), use the damp vermiculite alone. These species also grow much more quickly and can go from a 1" spiderling to maturity (4-6" depending on the species) in 2-3 years.

B. vagans can be kept similarly to B. smithi

Other Web Pages Featuring Info/Pictures of Brachypelma vagans

The Tarantula's Nest: contains the most extensive caresheet and info on B. vagans

Kingdom of the Spiders: Great pictures and a few notes on this species.

Chris's Tarantula Page: Contains a "spiderling diary"

Trav's Tarantulas: Go to "Species info"; "Our Current Collection" for a good intro to this species

Lelles Tarantula Page (English version): A picture and a good intro

Tarantula Terrain: housing and habitat

Will's Tarantula Log: for molting and fasting info, but not much more. Good page for info on cages and tools though!

Deen's Tarantula Page: A good intro into this species

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