Published on May 2, 2020

Scientific name: Grammostola Pulchripes
Common name: Chaco Golden Knee

This is my first tarantula in the hobby and this is recommendable for all the beginners who wants to enter this hobby.

The Chaco Golden Knee tarantula (Grammostola Pulchripe) is a large breed of new world tarantula. It is found commonly in the grasslands of South America in places such as Argentina. It is shadowy brown in colour with impressive golden yellow bands around the knee joints and down the legs Fair coloured hairs distinguishable against the dark base cover the body and legs. With an impressive leg span of up to 8.5 inches it is a gentle giant. The Chaco Golden Knee tarantula has a laid back temperament and generally easy to handle, this making it a good choice for beginners. The female of the species generally keeps this gentle temperament, however the male after reaching maturity has the tendency to turn aggressive.

Mating:
Like many species of tarantulas the female is far larger than the male. She can be temperamental to her potential suitor and may end up making him a meal. The female which be more tolerable of the males attempts to mate with her after she has moulted. The male will drum with his petapalps to get the attention of the female. If she is read to mate she will allow him to raise her up and inseminate her. If successful he will be able to move away before the female chooses to attack him.

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