Red Knee Tarantula (brachypelma smithi) is an animal of the arthropoda type. It lives in semi-desert and scrub land. The weight of this animal is about 15-16g (0.5-0.6oz) and lives for 20-30 years. Birds, reptiles, mammals predators are the dangerous creatures for red knee tarantulas. See the table below to learn more facts.
Facts about red knee tarantulas
Name | Red Knee Tarantula |
Class | Arachnida |
Family | Theraphosidae |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Top Speed | 29km/h (18mph) |
Phylum | Arthropoda |
Size | 10-18cm (4-7in) |
Main Prey | Insects, small mammals and reptiles |
Genus | Brachypelma |
Colour | Red, black, brown, white |
Order | Araneae |
Weight | 15-16g (0.5-0.6oz) |
Average Litter Size | 40 |
Diet | Carnivore |
Habitat | Semi-desert and scrub land |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Life Span | 20-30 years |
Type | Arthropoda |
Scientific Name | Brachypelma smithi |
Predators | Birds, reptiles, mammals |
Skin Type | Hair |