Name: Grammostola pulchripes - Chaco Golden Knee Tarantula (Sling)
SKU: 7112268
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Behavior and Temperament: Grammostola pulchripes is widely regarded as one of the more docile and beginner friendly tarantulas. While juveniles may be somewhat skittish and fast to retreat, adults often remain visible in their enclosures, show a strong feeding response, and rarely display aggressive defence behaviours.
Habitat and Environment Needs: Native to the Chaco grassland regions of Argentina and Paraguay, this species prefers terrestrial setups with ample floor space, a secure hide, and moderate substrate depth for burrowing or using pre-existing retreats. It tolerates a range of temperatures typical of temperate grasslands.
Feeding: This tarantula accepts a variety of live insects such as crickets, roaches, and mealworms. Juveniles may be fed every 5-10 days, while adults generally are fed every 1–2 weeks depending on size and condition. Prey size should be appropriate and uneaten prey removed to avoid stress.
Additional Information: Grammostola pulchripes is prized in the hobby for its longevity females can live 15–20 + years, strong build, attractive golden knee bands, and ease of care. Its urticating hairs are present but used rarely, and it is often recommended as one of the best tarantulas for beginners who still want a large, impressive species

Grammostola pulchripes	Chaco Golden Knee Tarantula
Category :	New World
Type :	Terrestrial
Country of Origin :	Argentina & Paraguay
Adult Leg Span :	18 cm
Growth speed :	Medium to slow
Defense mechanism :	Uses urticating hairs
Diet :	Crickets, roaches, etc
Temperature :	20-27 °C
Relative Humidity :	Moderate humidity
Recommended Experience Level :	Beginner to Intermediate