Aphonopelma bicoloratum - Mexican Blood Leg - Female For Sale!

The Mexican Blood Leg (Aphonopelma bicoloratum) 

Looks Feisty — But Play’s Nicely!

Aphonopelma bicoloratum, better known as the Mexican Blood Leg is a rare New World species that offers beauty, boldness, and an unbeatable personality. This species looks like it walked straight out of a sunset. With blazing tangerine-orange legs dipped in jet black, femurs, and a glowing-orange carapace, the Mexican Blood Leg is pure visual fire. But the real showstopper? That abdomen. Rich mahogany-red with fiery copper striping, it resembles a smoldering ember in the dark. From every angle, this spider is a masterpiece of natural artistry.

Gentle Yet Striking

Despite its vivid colors, this tarantula is shockingly docile. Unlike many other flashy Mexican species (Brachypelma, we’re looking at you), the Blood Leg doesn’t kick its hairs and lacks the nervous energy seen in most brightly colored terrestrials. In fact, this is one of the only vibrant Mexican tarantulas we’d actively recommend for handling.

A Slow-Growing Legend

Like all members of the Aphonopelma genus, bicoloratum is notoriously slow-growing. Spiderlings are so tiny they can hunt springtails—and it can take 5 to 10 years to reach maturity, depending on temperature and feeding frequency. But here’s the silver lining: their lifespan is just as slow-paced. Females can live well over 30 years, making this tarantula a true lifetime companion. Whether you’re a beginner who wants a hardy, stunning species or an experienced collector looking for a desert jewel, the Mexican Blood Leg is the perfect choice. This isn’t just a pet—it’s a legacy spider, and she could be part of your family for decades to come.

Experience level - Beginner 

Personality - Docile, relaxed, tolerant of handling and slow moving! 

Age - 3 years old 

Adult size - 6 inches DLS 

Growth Rate - Extremely Slow!

Mexican Blood Leg Care - This is a terrestrial tarantula that does best with dry substrate and easy access to a water dish! They do not burrow in captivity so give this species around 3 inches of substrate.