{"product_id":"tlilitocatl-brachypelma-vagans-mexican-red-rump-5","title":"Tlilitocatl (Brachypelma) vagans (Mexican Red-rump)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"203\"\u003eTliltocatl vagans\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"257\"\u003eMexican Red Rump Tarantula\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most iconic and widely distributed New World tarantulas. Native to the tropical dry forests, savannas, and scrublands of southeastern Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala, this species is known for its striking appearance—jet-black legs and carapace contrasted by a deep crimson abdomen covered in iridescent red setae. In the wild, \u003cem data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eT. vagans\u003c\/em\u003e constructs burrows in compact clay or loamy soil, often along forest margins, pastures, and even roadside embankments, demonstrating exceptional adaptability. It is primarily nocturnal, emerging from its burrow at dusk to ambush prey along the forest floor. Calm but capable of using urticating hairs when disturbed, this species is hardy, long-lived, and ideal for display. In captivity, \u003cem data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003eT. vagans\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in semi-arid setups with deep substrate, moderate humidity, and seasonal moisture changes—making it one of the most enduring and beginner-friendly species in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tliltocatl vagans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eAdult Leg Span:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico, Belize, Guatemala\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical Dry Forest, Savanna, and Thorn Scrub (100–800 m elevation); compact clay soils with sparse vegetation and seasonal monsoon cycles; daytime temperatures 78–90°F, cooler nights 65–70°F, relative humidity 55–70%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eHabits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial \/ Burrowing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cb\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/blogs\/care-sheets\/understanding-terrestrial-arboreal-amp-fossorial-tarantula-husbandry\"\u003ehttps:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/blogs\/care-sheets\/understanding-terrestrial-arboreal-amp-fossorial-tarantula-husbandry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NW Zoological Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45919488803057,"sku":"1002:TlilVag","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/4680\/3185\/files\/Tliltocatlvagans_2.jpg?v=1746649142","url":"https:\/\/vey10a-jr.myshopify.com\/products\/tlilitocatl-brachypelma-vagans-mexican-red-rump-5","provider":"Northwest Zoological","version":"1.0","type":"link"}