Western Desert Tarantula
Aphonopelma chalcodes
Conservation
Not Evaluated
Habitat
Desert
Natural Range
Southwestern North America
Activity
Nocturnal
Diet
Carnivorous
Zoo Location
Bug House
Fascinating Facts
- Contrary to popular belief, most tarantulas are not very venomous. The desert blonde tarantula has a type of venom equivalent to a mosquito or bee sting.