Tliltocatl schroederi – Mexican Black Velvet Tarantula | Velvety Black New World Species | Live Arrival Guarantee

Tliltocatl schroederi – Mexican Black Velvet Tarantula

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• Size / stock option: 1-1.5"
• Size / stock option: 3 to 4" Female

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Formerly Brachypelma schroederi

Meet one of Mexico's most striking terrestrial tarantulas — the Mexican Black Velvet. Tliltocatl schroederi is a bold, velvety-black beauty with a calm, handleable temperament that makes it a standout in any serious collection. Whether you're a seasoned keeper or stepping up from beginner species, this is a tarantula that commands attention in the enclosure and earns admiration every time it's seen.

Species Highlights

• Common Name: Mexican Black Velvet Tarantula
• Former Name: Brachypelma schroederi
• Origin: Mexico (Nayarit, Jalisco)
• Type: Terrestrial, burrowing
• Temperament: Docile, slow-moving
• Adult Size: ~5–6" diagonal leg span
• Lifespan: Females 20+ years | Males 5–7 years
• Urticating Hairs: Yes (Type III)

Care at a Glance

• Enclosure: Terrestrial setup with 4–6" of substrate for burrowing
• Temperature: 72–82°F
• Humidity: 50–60% with a dry surface and moist substrate base
• Feeding: Crickets, roaches, or other appropriately sized prey every 1–2 weeks
• Experience Level: Intermediate

All animals are sold with our Live Arrival Guarantee. Shipped via overnight courier with heat or cold packs as needed based on seasonal conditions.

📋 Care Sheet by The Tarantula Collective