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Blonde Tarantula (Aphonopelma chalcodes)
Blonde Tarantula (Aphonopelma chalcodes)
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The Blonde Tarantula (Aphonopelma chalcodes), also known as the Arizona Blonde or Desert Blonde Tarantula, is a beautiful North American species prized for its golden-tan coloration and exceptionally calm temperament. This hardy desert species is one of the best choices for beginner tarantula keepers.
Key Features:
- Gorgeous golden-blonde coloration with darker leg markings
- Extremely docile and slow-moving
- Very hardy and low-maintenance
- Long-lived species (females can live 20+ years)
- Adult size: 5-6 inch leg span
- Currently small!
Care Requirements:
- Terrestrial setup with shallow water dish
- Temperature: 75-85°F
- Humidity: 60-70% (lower than tropical species)
- Substrate depth: 2-3 inches
- Diet: Crickets, roaches, mealworms
Native to the southwestern United States, the Arizona Blonde is perfectly adapted to arid conditions and requires minimal humidity. Their gentle nature and stunning appearance make them an ideal first tarantula, while their longevity ensures years of enjoyment for dedicated keepers.
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Care instructions
Care instructions
Most of our items are designed for easy maintenance. Care instructions are included with every product, but if you ever need additional guidance, our support team is always ready to help.
Invertebrate Care & Shipping FAQs
What is your live arrival guarantee?
Our Live Arrival Guarantee applies to Next Day Air shipping only. We carefully pack every order to ensure your pets arrive safe and healthy. If your order arrives DOA (dead on arrival), you must contact us within 1 hour of delivery and provide clear photo proof in the original packaging.
⚠️ NO REFUNDS will be issued under any circumstances.
If a valid claim is approved, we will provide a replacement (or store credit if needed, depending on availability).
We are not responsible for delays, extreme weather, or mishandling once the package is in the carrier’s possession.
What care requirements and difficulty levels do you offer?
We specialize in mantises, millipedes, isopods, roaches, leaf insects, tarantulas, and scorpions—each with varying care requirements. Every species listing includes a detailed difficulty rating (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) and comprehensive care guides covering temperature, humidity, feeding, and housing. Beginners should start with hardy species like dubia roaches or millipedes, while experienced keepers can explore more specialized species. Our care guides are included with every order to help you succeed.
What's included with my order?
Every order includes your live invertebrate(s), a detailed species-specific care guide, and feeding recommendations. Premium orders may include starter kits with substrate, food, and basic supplies to get you started immediately. We also provide access to our online care resources just email us you can ask questions. All animals are carefully packed to minimize stress during shipping.
What is your return and refund policy for live animals?
We don't except returns since they are live animals, sorry! Email us for a different solution!