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Homoeomma chilensis — The Chilean Flame Rump - For Sale!

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Size and Sex 1/8th of an inch - Unsexed Sling 0.75+ Unsexed Juvenile ♀Juvenile Female - (5+ Yr Old) ♀2.5+ inch - (Sub Adult Female) ♀Adult Female

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The Chilean Flame Rump (Hoemmeoma chilensis)

A Cute and Friendly Dwarf Species!

The Chilean Flame Rump is truly one of the most charming and personable tarantulas you’ll ever encounter! Known for its adorable personality, calm nature, and incredible handleability, this species stands out as one of the few tarantulas that will happily walk onto your hand — almost as if it enjoys the attention. What makes Homoeomma chilensis even more remarkable is its bold and confident demeanor. Despite being a true dwarf species, maxing out at around 4+ inches in leg span, it carries itself with the confidence of a much larger spider. Unlike most tarantulas that hide or burrow, the Chilean Flame Rump prefers to roam its enclosure, showing little fear of its surroundings. In fact, I often wonder how this relaxed and care-free tarantula survives in the wild!

Slow Growing, Yet Worth The Wait!

Patience is key with this species, as it’s notoriously, slow-growing — but it’s absolutely worth the wait. After raising this beauty from a tiny 0.025 or 1/8th of an inch sling for 5 to 8 years, you’ll finally witness its adult colors come to life. As that iconic fiery-orange “flame” patch on it’s rump begins glowing vibrantly against its velvety black body. Unfortunately, Homoeomma chilensis is rarely offered in the hobby due to the challenges of captive breeding and its painfully slow growth rate. But make no mistake — once you own a Chilean Flame Rump, you’ll wonder why you didn’t get one sooner. Its unmatched docile nature, curiosity, and charm easily make it one of the most lovable tarantulas in the hobby.

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Species Profile

Everything You Need To Know At A Glance.

Experience Level

Beginner

Temperament

Extremely Docile, Curious & Tolerant of Handling

Type

Terrestrial / New World

Adult Size

3–4” DLS

Country of Origin

Chile - (Maule Region)

Life Span

♀25+ Years

Care & Husbandry Guide

🏠 Enclosure & Substrate

Provide a terrestrial enclosure with a few inches of mostly dry substrate and plenty of usable floor space. Chilean Flame Rumps are curious little tarantulas and will regularly walk around and explore their enclosure. A small hide can be offered, although established specimens often spend plenty of time sitting completely out in the open. Keep climbing height relatively low.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

Keep this species cool and mostly dry, with temperatures from the low 60s to mid-70s°F working well. Keep the substrate predominantly dry with good ventilation and provide a water dish for hydration. Smaller slings can receive a little extra moisture while establishing, but avoid overly warm, wet, or stagnant setups.

🍽️ Feeding & Water

H. chilensis have a slow metabolism, so they don’t require heavy feeding. Growing specimens can be offered an appropriately sized cricket or roach about once a week, while adults can be fed every 7–14 days depending on body condition. Always provide a clean water dish. Don’t be surprised if they occasionally go through extended periods without eating, especially around a molt.

🕷️ Species-Specific Care

Chilean Flame Rumps are hardy, extremely easy to care for, and incredibly docile. They prefer a cool, mostly dry terrestrial setup with a water dish and plenty of room to move around. Like many Chilean species, they’re slow-growing, long-lived tarantulas that regularly stay completely out in the open. Their smaller size, calm personality, and simple husbandry make them an awesome beginner species.