Black Tarantulas
The Grammostola pulchra, also known as the Brazilian black tarantula, is a common black tarantula species. They measure up to six inches in size. Brazilian black tarantulas thrive most in tropical environments, where they live up to 20 years. Brazilian black tarantulas consume crickets, insects and small vertebrates. They may also feed on small mice. These docile arachnids seldom attack humans.
The Thailand black tarantula, or Haplopelma minax, is a much more aggressive species. They are known to be very fast and can measure over four inches in size. Unlike most tarantula species, the Thailand black tarantula is not equipped with urticating hair. As a result, their first defense is to bite. Thailand black tarantulas are venomous and can prove harmful to human beings. It is not advised that they be approached or handled.
