Dwarf Pink Leg (Kochiana Brunnipes) Mature Female

Dwarf pink leg tarantula (Kochiana brunnipes)

This tarantula is a member of the monotypic genus Kochiana and is native to Brazil. It is a fossorial species, meaning it burrows, and is considered a beginner-level tarantula to care for. Here are some facts about the dwarf pink leg tarantula

Appearance: The dwarf pink leg tarantula has a black cephalothorax and abdomen with golden urticating hairs. The patellae, tibiae, metatarsi, and tarsi are reddish light brown.

Size: Adults are 5–6 cm in size.

Temperament: The dwarf pink leg tarantula can be docile to skittish.

Lifespan: Females live 6–10 years, while males live 2–3 years.

Enclosure: The dwarf pink leg tarantula needs a terrestrial or fossorial setup with at least four times the spider's size in horizontal space. It also needs 10 cm of substrate for burrowing, a shelter, and a water dish.