New World Mexico

This genus comprises arboreal species that can be found throughout Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil. All of the Avicularia species have pink foot pads. Certain species have been known to jump short distances. Many species in this genus have been transferred to other genera. Currently, there are 12 accepted Avicularia species. Historically, over 50 species were classified a

This genus includes most of the North American tarantula species, and includes species in Mexico and part of Central America even into Costa Rica. This genus typically comprises mid-size species. Over 90 Aphonopelma species have been documented, thus, this genus comprises almost 10% of all described tarantula species. However, only 50 to 60 species have been accepted with major revisions currently underway. Genus and species: Aphonopelma chalcodes Common name: Arizona Blonde

The Brachypelma genus is a mid-size tarantula, with bright orange and red colorations among many of its species. They can be found in Mexico. This is a very popular genus among hobbyists and because of this, many species have been captured and exported illegally from Mexico. Thus, all species are protected and regulated under Convention on International Trade of Endangered Species (CITES). These are generally slow growing species. The most recent and information publication o