The Mexican Fireleg Tarantula, or Brachypelma Boehmi, is a fairly new addition to the world of tarantulas. They were originally thought to be the same as Brachypelma Emilia, but are now classified separately. They are average in both size and temperment and are quite attractive.

A terrestrial burrowing species, the Mexican Fireleg Tarantula is native to the dry scrubland regions of Mexico. They are closely related to Brachypelma Smithi, the Mexican Red Knee Tarantula. However, they are slightly more nervous and will kick hairs without hesitation. They will usually burrow when given the opportunity. They will often use an available shelter and build a network of burrows underneath it. Like many other tarantulas, the Mexican Fireleg Tarantula feeds mainly on large insects.

Reaching up to about six inches in diameter, the Mexican Fireleg Tarantula is about average sized. They are very slow growing and will take several years to reach full size. They are very pretty when mature. The legs are orange and they have an orange cephalothorax.

The Mexican Fireleg Tarantula should be kept in a fairly dry (about 50% humidity) environment, with some misting when she's ready to molt. A 5.5-gallon aquarium is usually sufficient, with a shelter and several inches of substrate for burrowing.

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