{"product_id":"3-mature-male-aphonopelma-moderatum-rio-grande-gold","title":"Aphonopelma Moderatum (Rio Grande Gold Tarantula)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aphonopelma Moderatum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName Pronunciation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aphonopelma (uh-fone-uh-PEL-muh) Moderatum (\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" jscontroller=\"fly6D\" jsuid=\"T3f0J_g\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003emah-duh-RAH-tuhm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rio Grande Gold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName Meaning: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDerived from Greek, aphonopelma is split in two parts: \u003c\/span\u003e“áphonos” means soundless or silent \u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘pelma’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e means “sole” or “foot”. moderatum derived from Latin “\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" jscontroller=\"yHWXO\" jsuid=\"nIftjf_z\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003emoderatus” \u003c\/em\u003erefers to its moderate size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew World\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType: \u003c\/strong\u003eTerrestrial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience level: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Expectancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females live 20-30 years; Males live 5-7 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e5 1\/2” (14cm) DLS (Diagonal Leg Span)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate: \u003c\/strong\u003eSlow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Habitat: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnited States\/Mexico - south Texas, northern Mexico regions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Needs: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esubstrate 5”+, one or more hides, waterbowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature: \u003c\/strong\u003e70°–80°F (21°–27°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity: \u003c\/strong\u003eSemi-arid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament: \u003c\/strong\u003eDocile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphonopelma moderatum, commonly known as the Rio Grande Gold Tarantula, is a New World terrestrial species admired for its warm, earthy coloration and refined appearance. Females typically display an orange-to-tan carapace with slightly darker abdominal tones and legs accented by darker segments, while mature males develop deeper browns and blacks with subtle orange hairs. Native to Texas and parts of Mexico, this species reflects the natural palette of its arid environment.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for its docile temperament, A. moderatum is considered approachable for both beginners and experienced keepers. When disturbed, it is more likely to flee or flick urticating hairs than show aggression, and bites are very rare with mild venom. This species grows very slowly but is exceptionally long-lived—females commonly reach 20-30 years, while males typically live around 7 years.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginating from New World habitats with relatively moderate conditions, A. moderatum thrives in a terrestrial setup with ample substrate, secure hides, and a shallow water dish. Ambient temperatures should be maintained around 70°-80°F (21°–27°C) with moderate humidity and good ventilation. Spiderlings tend to burrow, while adults often remain visible near their hide, making them an appealing display species that adapts well to captivity when properly cared for.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arachnid Alley","offers":[{"title":"3\" Mature Male","offer_id":53213731946864,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3\" Female","offer_id":53213731914096,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/5765\/4384\/files\/8BBCEC5C-7588-4BC1-A9B5-8601F68E072A.jpg?v=1769628144","url":"https:\/\/arachnidalley.com\/products\/3-mature-male-aphonopelma-moderatum-rio-grande-gold","provider":"Arachnid Alley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}