Brazilian Fire Red Tarantula
Lasiodora benedeni
The Brazilian fire red tarantula is a large, dark species of southeastern Brazil's Atlantic Forest, especially the Mantiqueira region. Adults have long light brown to reddish hairs and subtle pale leg markings. A 2023 revision united several older names, including Lasiodora difficilis, under L.
benedeni. It is kept by specialist hobbyists in a secure, low enclosure with deep substrate, a retreat and water. Color alone cannot separate similar Lasiodora. Its abdominal hairs are irritating. Females lay eggs in silk sacs.
Colors: Wild Type
