Redknee and redrump tarantulas
Scientific name: Brachypelma
Redknee and redrump tarantulas
Scientific name: Brachypelma
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Description
Brachypelma is a genus of spiders in the family Theraphosidae (tarantulas), found in Mexico and Central America. They may have bodies up to 6 cm long with legs of similar or greater lengths. Some species have brightly colored legs, with red or orange marks and rings. Brachypelma species are noted for their large size, colorfulness and docility in captivity. Members of the family Theraphosidae, the tarantulas, to which Brachypelma belongs, are generally large compared to other spiders, and are commonly seen as "objects of dread". The "red leg" group contains species with bright red markings on their legs. 
Species of Redknee and redrump tarantulas
Scientific Classification
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