Aphonopelma truncatum

Aphonopelma truncatum

The Aphonopelma truncatum is a tarantula species native to the southwestern United States. It has a medium size and a robust, dark brown to black body. This species thrives in arid and semi-arid environments.

🕷️ Scientific Name	Aphonopelma truncatum
🌍 Origin	United States
📏 Size	10 – 12 cm
🎨 Color	Dark brown to black
📑 Genus	Aphonopelma

🍽️ Diet:
Feeds primarily on small insects such as crickets and beetles, but will also prey on small vertebrates if available.

🛡️ Behavior:
This species is shy and prefers to stay hidden in its burrow. When disturbed, it flicks urticating hairs as a defense mechanism but is not typically aggressive.

🔍 Particularities:
The Aphonopelma truncatum is a lesser-known species but is appreciated for its hardiness and adaptability to desert conditions.