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Bred and hatched in captivity, not collected from the wild.
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About this Fella
Mexican Fire Leg Tarantula for sale from Big Z's (Brachypelma boehmei). Comes with a Spice rating and a care guide, and ships packed for the weather.
Bright orange legs on a stocky body
Brachypelma boehmei, the Mexican Fire Leg, is a stocky ground tarantula from the Pacific slopes of Mexico, with bright orange and red legs on a dark body.
It grows slowly, and females can live 20 years or more. Care is simple and dry. It is quicker to kick urticating hairs than some of its relatives, so it stays a display animal. Brachypelma are listed on CITES Appendix II.
Full care is in the care guide. It covers enclosure size, temperature, humidity, feeding, molting signs and handling limits for this species. Read the Advanced guide, or the shorter Simple guide →
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Mexican Fire Leg Tarantula (Brachypelma boehmei)
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The quick read on this fella
- Adult size
- 5-6 in
- Leg span
- Venom
- Mild venom
- Kicks urticating hairs
- Type
- Terrestrial
- Ground dweller
- Climate
- 72-82°F · 45-60%
- Well ventilated, dry substrate, full dish
- Feeding
- Weekly for juveniles
- Adults every 1-2 weeks
- Lifespan
- Females 20-30 yrs
From our Mexican Fire Leg Tarantula care guide. Read the full guide
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Enclosure size note
Outgrows Burrow Buddy
Burrow Buddy fits the listed juvenile size, but the animal may outgrow it at full adult size. Plan for a larger custom terrestrial enclosure. Ask Big Z if you need help choosing the next enclosure.
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About this Fella Big Z's notes
Mexican Fire Leg Tarantula for sale from Big Z's (Brachypelma boehmei). Comes with a Spice rating and a care guide, and ships packed for the weather.
Bright orange legs on a stocky body
Brachypelma boehmei, the Mexican Fire Leg, is a stocky ground tarantula from the Pacific slopes of Mexico, with bright orange and red legs on a dark body.
It grows slowly, and females can live 20 years or more. Care is simple and dry. It is quicker to kick urticating hairs than some of its relatives, so it stays a display animal. Brachypelma are listed on CITES Appendix II.
Full care is in the care guide. It covers enclosure size, temperature, humidity, feeding, molting signs and handling limits for this species. Read the Advanced guide, or the shorter Simple guide →
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- Spice 2 · Beginner
- Source
- CB: captive-bred.
What ships with this order Care + shipping
- A free care guide for this species
- A heat or cold pack when the forecast calls for it
- Tracking and an arrival window before it ships
- Message Big Z about your animal for as long as you keep it
Care guideSpice 2 · Beginner
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Mexican Fire Leg Tarantula
Brachypelma boehmei · Spice 2: Beginner. Baby Buddy: spiderlings only, with escape-proof vents; rehouse before it's cramped. Burrow Buddy: grow-out for juveniles. Larger custom terrestrial build for the adult; the Burrow Buddy's floor is a stepping stone, not a forever home.
Brachypelma boehmei
Mexican Fire Leg Tarantula
Big Z's Quick Verdict: A colorful, dry terrestrial tarantula that is hardy but often hair-kicky. Adults reach about 5-6 inches across, grow slowly, and females can live 20-30 years.
Group: TarantulasDifficulty: Spice 2: BeginnerSetup: Dry terrestrialHandling: Not recommended, hair-kicks more than bites
Use This Guide Safely
- Confirm the exact animal. Match this guide to the species, locality, size, and life stage on your label. If the ID is uncertain, use the more conservative part of the range and ask before changing the setup.
- Change one thing at a time. Treat temperature and humidity as target zones, then watch posture, burrowing, drinking, feeding, and molt behavior before making another adjustment.
- Respect the handling boundary. If the guide says no handling, fast, defensive, or medically significant, plan transfers with catch cups, locked lids, and no bare hands. For serious bites, stings, or symptoms, seek emergency medical care.
Quick Care Snapshot
| Temp | 72-82°F |
|---|---|
| Humidity | 45-60%, well ventilated, dry substrate, full dish |
| Setup | Dry terrestrial |
| Substrate | Dry soil/coco mix with hide |
| Feeding | Weekly for juveniles; adults every 1-2 weeks |
| Handling | Not recommended, hair-kicks more than bites |
Humidity zones: Very Low under 30% - Low 30-60% - Low-Moderate 40-70% - Moderate 60-80% - Moderate-High 70-85% - High 80%+ - Very High 90%+
Recommended Big Z's Setup
- Baby Buddy: spiderlings only, with escape-proof vents; rehouse before it's cramped.
- Burrow Buddy: grow-out for juveniles.
- Larger custom terrestrial build for the adult; the Burrow Buddy's floor is a stepping stone, not a forever home.
Critical Notes
- Urticating hairs are common. Expect hair-kicking more than biting.
- Avoid falls; keep the enclosure low.
- Dry substrate plus real airflow is the whole recipe. A sealed enclosure still traps damp air under the hide.
Care Basics
- Keep dry with a water dish; put pebbles in it so slings can't drown.
- Vent low on two opposite walls so air crosses the floor, not just the lid.
- Give a hide and keep the enclosure low.
- Expect hair-kicking more than biting during maintenance.
Feeding, Growth & Maintenance
- Urticating hairs can irritate skin and eyes; keep maintenance calm and tool-based.
- Feed juveniles weekly, adults every 1-2 weeks; keep prey smaller than the abdomen and adjust to body condition.
- Molting: it goes sluggish, hides, and stops eating for days or weeks. Pull uneaten feeders, leave it alone, and wait 5-10 days after the molt before feeding again.
Current Big Z's catalog: Yes
Brachypelma boehmei
Mexican Fire Leg Tarantula: Advanced Care Guide
Keeper Snapshot: A colorful, dry terrestrial tarantula that is hardy but often hair-kicky. Adults reach about 5-6 inches across, grow slowly, and females can live 20-30 years.
Group: TarantulasDifficulty: Spice 2: BeginnerSetup: Dry terrestrialHandling: Not recommended, hair-kicks more than bites
Use This Guide Safely
- Confirm the exact animal. Match this guide to the species, locality, size, and life stage on your label. If the ID is uncertain, use the more conservative part of the range and ask before changing the setup.
- Change one thing at a time. Treat temperature and humidity as target zones, then watch posture, burrowing, drinking, feeding, and molt behavior before making another adjustment.
- Respect the handling boundary. If the guide says no handling, fast, defensive, or medically significant, plan transfers with catch cups, locked lids, and no bare hands. For serious bites, stings, or symptoms, seek emergency medical care.
Quick Snapshot
| Temperature | 72-82°F |
|---|---|
| Humidity | 45-60%, well ventilated, dry substrate, full dish |
| Setup Type | Dry terrestrial |
| Substrate | Dry soil/coco mix with hide |
| Feeding | Weekly for juveniles; adults every 1-2 weeks |
| Care Difficulty | Spice 2: Beginner |
| Handling | Not recommended, hair-kicks more than bites |
Humidity zones: Very Low under 30% - Low 30-60% - Low-Moderate 40-70% - Moderate 60-80% - Moderate-High 70-85% - High 80%+ - Very High 90%+
Enclosure Format / Size Class
- Compact secure enclosure while it's a tiny sling.
- Dry horizontal terrestrial burrow setup for juveniles.
- Larger floor-space dry terrestrial build for the adult.
Warnings First
- Urticating hairs are common. Expect hair-kicking more than biting.
- Avoid falls; keep the enclosure low.
- Dry substrate plus real airflow is the whole recipe. A sealed enclosure still traps damp air under the hide.
Simple Care
- Keep dry with a water dish; put pebbles in it so slings can't drown.
- Vent low on two opposite walls so air crosses the floor, not just the lid.
- Give a hide and keep the enclosure low.
- Expect hair-kicking more than biting during maintenance.
Advanced Keeper Notes
Enclosure & Microclimate
- A simple dry setup with good ventilation is the whole build. Don't run it like a tropical species.
- Limit climbing height. Falls are a bigger risk here than humidity swings.
- Vent low on two opposite walls so air crosses the floor and under the hide, not just the lid space.
- Ambient settles at 45-60% on its own; it can drop lower without concern.
- Keep the dish full with pebbles or grit so the waterline sits below the rim.
Feeding, Growth & Maintenance
- Urticating hairs can irritate skin and eyes; keep maintenance calm and tool-based.
- Feed juveniles weekly, adults every 1-2 weeks; keep prey smaller than the abdomen and adjust to body condition.
- Molting: it goes sluggish, hides, and stops eating for days or weeks. Pull uneaten feeders, leave it alone, and wait 5-10 days after the molt before feeding again.
Possible Origin / Range
- Likely native range: Pacific Mexico, especially dry scrub and seasonal forest.
- Habitat translation: Dry terrestrial enclosure with good ventilation, water access, and low fall risk.
Advanced Keeper Details
- Urticating hairs are the main maintenance hazard; avoid face-level work and wash tools and hands.
- Slow growth is normal. Don't overfeed just to speed it up.
- Adult size about 5-6 in leg span; females take years to mature and then live a long time.
- Buy captive-bred and keep paperwork; this species is CITES Appendix II.
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