Do blondes have more fun? Pick this New World terrestrial species to find out. As a native North American spider, the Aphonopelma chalcodes (Arizona Blonde) will make a great first species for anyone new to the hobby. These grow slow, live longer, can adapt to many different living conditions, and are just beautiful blond bombshells.
Species: chalcodes
Genus: Aphonopelma
Subfamily: Theraphosinae
Identified: Chamberlin, 1940
Common Name: Arizona Blonde
Origin: Arizona, USA (New World)
Lifestyle: Terrestrial, Opportunistic Burrower
Max Size: 5"