Description
Aphonopelma mooreae – Mexican Jade Fuego Tarantula
Few tarantulas in the hobby carry the weight of Aphonopelma mooreae — the Mexican Jade Fuego. This is a holy grail species in every sense of the phrase: extraordinarily rare in captivity, breathtaking in appearance, and representing the pinnacle of what the Aphonopelma genus has to offer. If you've been in the hobby long enough to know this name, you already know what it means to have one available.
Endemic to Mexico, A. mooreae displays a stunning combination of deep jade-green iridescence on the carapace and rich fiery orange tones on the abdomen and leg setae — a color combination that seems almost impossible on a living animal. Slow-growing and long-lived like all Aphonopelma, this species is a once-in-a-collection opportunity that will anchor any serious display for decades.
Care Highlights
- Type: New World Terrestrial / Fossorial
- Origin: Mexico
- Temperament: Calm and docile; typical of the Aphonopelma genus
- Adult Size: 5–6 inch leg span
- Growth Rate: Very slow — a true long-term keeper
- Enclosure: Terrestrial setup with ample floor space; deep substrate for burrowing option
- Temperature: 70–80°F (21–27°C)
- Humidity: Low to moderate; dry surface with a moist substrate layer below; overflow one side periodically
- Feeding: Moderate feeder; appropriately sized roaches or crickets
- Urticating hairs: Yes (Type I/III) — handle with appropriate care
What You'll Receive
- One (1) live Aphonopelma mooreae — size and sex per variant selected
- Live Arrival Guarantee — we stand behind every animal we ship
- Packed with heat or cold packs as needed for safe transit
Size and sex availability listed by variant. All animals are healthy, feeding, and ready to ship. Availability on this species is extremely limited — don't wait.
