Genera and species of tarantulas

Tarantula Genera

Acanthopelma

Acanthopelma tarantula

Genus of tarantulas known for their calm behavior and dark coloration.

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Acanthoscurria

Acanthoscurria tarantula

This genus includes large and robust species, popular among enthusiasts.

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Acentropelma

Acentropelma tarantula

Medium-sized tarantulas with distinctive patterns on their abdomen.

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Aenigmarachne

Aenigmarachne tarantula

Rare genus with few known species, exhibiting nocturnal habits.

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Agnostopelma

Agnostopelma tarantula

Small tarantulas that inhabit mountainous regions.

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Aguapanela

Aguapanela tarantula

Known for their brown coloration and defensive behavior.

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Amazonius

Amazonius tarantula

Species native to the Amazon region, with vibrant colors.

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Annandaliella

Annandaliella tarantula

Small genus with species that have unique patterns on their legs.

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Anoploscelus

Anoploscelus tarantula

Medium-sized tarantulas known for their speed and agility.

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Anqasha

Anqasha tarantula

Recently discovered genus with few documented species.

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Antikuna

Antikuna tarantula

Species that inhabit high altitudes, adapted to cold climates.

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Antillena

Antillena tarantula

Endemic genus of the Antilles, with striking colors.

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Aphonopelma

Aphonopelma tarantula

One of the largest genera, with species distributed in North America.

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Augacephalus

Augacephalus tarantula

African tarantulas known for their burrowing habits.

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Avicularia

Avicularia tarantula

Arboreal genus with species that have vivid colors and docile behavior.

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Bacillochilus

Bacillochilus tarantula

Unique genus with distinctive characteristics and behaviors.

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Batesiella

Batesiella tarantula

A rare genus known for its small size and elusive nature.

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Birupes

Birupes tarantula

Brightly colored species that stand out in the tarantula hobby.

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Bistriopelma

Bistriopelma tarantula

An interesting genus with unique behavioral traits and vivid coloration.

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Bonnetina

Bonnetina tarantula

Mexican tarantulas known for their iridescent colors and rare nature.

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Brachionopus

Brachionopus tarantula

Small yet fascinating species with a limited distribution.

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Brachypelma

Brachypelma tarantula

A well-known genus in the hobby, famous for its docile nature.

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Bumba

Bumba tarantula

Brazilian species known for their bright colors and ease of care.

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Cardiopelma

Cardiopelma tarantula

A rare and sought-after genus in the tarantula keeping world.

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Caribena

Caribena tarantula

Tarantulas from the Caribbean, known for their vibrant colors.

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Catanduba

Catanduba tarantula

Genus from South America with unique habitat preferences.

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Catumiri

Catumiri tarantula

Small, ground-dwelling tarantulas from the Brazilian savannah.

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Ceratogyrus

Ceratogyrus tarantula

A unique genus with a distinctive horn on the carapace.

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Chaetopelma

Chaetopelma tarantula

A Middle Eastern genus known for its robust size and feisty attitude.

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Chilobrachys

Chilobrachys tarantula

Old-world species known for their defensive behavior and large webs.

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Chromatopelma

Chromatopelma tarantula

Brightly colored tarantulas famous for their striking appearance.

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Citharacanthus

Citharacanthus tarantula

A relatively unknown genus with fascinating biology.

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Citharognathus

Citharognathus tarantula

Rarely seen genus, notable for its large size and aggressive tendencies.

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Clavopelma

Clavopelma tarantula

A unique genus from Mexico, with striking features and behaviors.

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Coremiocnemis

Coremiocnemis tarantula

Species with intricate web-making skills and bold personalities.

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Cotztetlana

Cotztetlana tarantula

A lesser-known genus with distinct physical characteristics.

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Crassicrus

Crassicrus tarantula

Genus with species adapted to dry environments and burrowing habits.

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Cubanana

Cubanana tarantula

Tarantulas from Cuba with limited data available on their natural habits.

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Cyclosternum

Cyclosternum tarantula

Small, terrestrial tarantulas with intriguing behavioral patterns.

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Cymbiapophysa

Cymbiapophysa tarantula

A South American genus known for its intricate webs and speed.

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Cyriocosmus

Cyriocosmus tarantula

Small but bold tarantulas with unique markings on their abdomen.

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Cyriopagopus

Cyriopagopus tarantula

Asian tarantulas known for their aggressive behavior and large size.

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Cyrtogrammomma

Cyrtogrammomma tarantula

A little-known genus with striking visual and behavioral traits.

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Cyrtopholis

Cyrtopholis tarantula

A fascinating genus found in the Caribbean, known for its unique coloration.

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Davus

Davus tarantula

Small to medium-sized tarantulas known for their interesting color patterns.

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Dolichothele

Dolichothele tarantula

A unique genus with fascinating web-building habits.

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Encyocratella

Encyocratella tarantula

A rare genus with species known for their defensive behavior.

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Encyocrates

Encyocrates tarantula

A little-known genus with intriguing characteristics and behavior.

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Ephebopus

Ephebopus tarantula

Known for their defensive nature and striking colors.

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Euathlus

Euathlus tarantula

Small tarantulas from Chile with a docile temperament.

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Eucratoscelus

Eucratoscelus tarantula

Notable for their bold personality and burrowing habits.

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Eumenophorus

Eumenophorus tarantula

A genus known for its reclusive nature and distinct appearance.

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Eupalaestrus

Eupalaestrus tarantula

Popular in the tarantula hobby for their calm demeanor.

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Euphrictus

Euphrictus tarantula

A lesser-known genus with species that exhibit unique webbing behavior.

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Euthycaelus

Euthycaelus tarantula

Species with diverse habitats and distinctive physical traits.

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Grammostola

Grammostola tarantula

Popular for their gentle temperament, ideal for beginners.

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Guyruita

Guyruita tarantula

A genus with species found in the dense jungles of South America.

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Hapalopus

Hapalopus tarantula

Colorful and small-sized tarantulas, popular among hobbyists.

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Hapalotremus

Hapalotremus tarantula

A rarely-seen genus known for its burrowing habits.

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Haploclastus

Haploclastus tarantula

Small, defensive tarantulas native to India and Southeast Asia.

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Haplocosmia

Haplocosmia tarantula

Rarely encountered genus with intriguing habitat preferences.

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Harpactira

Harpactira tarantula

Bold and colorful species from Africa with a defensive nature.

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Harpactirella

Harpactirella tarantula

A small and elusive genus from southern Africa.

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Hemirrhagus

Hemirrhagus tarantula

A Mexican genus known for their unique biology and habitat.

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Heterophrictus

Heterophrictus tarantula

A small genus of tarantulas from India with burrowing tendencies.

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Heteroscodra

Heteroscodra tarantula

Known for their striking color and defensive behavior.

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Heterothele

Heterothele tarantula

A small genus from Africa with species that exhibit interesting behavior.

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Holothele

Holothele tarantula

Genus with species known for their defensive behavior and vivid coloration.

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Homoeomma

Homoeomma tarantula

Tarantulas from South America, known for their unique adaptability.

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Hysterocrates

Hysterocrates tarantula

Large, bold tarantulas with impressive digging abilities.

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Idiothele

Idiothele tarantula

Known for their fascinating trapdoor behavior and striking colors.

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Iridopelma

Iridopelma tarantula

Arboreal tarantulas with a vibrant color palette and unique patterns.

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Ischnocolus

Ischnocolus tarantula

A genus of small tarantulas known for their defensive behavior.

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Kankuamo

Kankuamo tarantula

An enigmatic genus with unique defensive mechanisms.

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Kochiana

Kochiana tarantula

A small genus of tarantulas, ideal for hobbyists due to their manageable size.

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Lampropelma

Lampropelma tarantula

Arboreal tarantulas from Southeast Asia, known for their bold coloration.

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Lasiodora

Lasiodora tarantula

Large and hardy tarantulas, popular for their size and ease of care.

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Lasiodorides

Lasiodorides tarantula

A genus similar to Lasiodora, known for their defensive postures.

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Longilyra

Longilyra tarantula

A lesser-known genus with unique physical traits and behavior.

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Loxomphalia

Loxomphalia tarantula

A small genus with intriguing characteristics yet to be fully studied.

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Loxoptygus

Loxoptygus tarantula

A rare genus with species that prefer arid environments.

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Lyrognathus

Lyrognathus tarantula

Unique burrowing tarantulas from Southeast Asia, known for their deep tunnels.

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Magnacarina

Magnacarina tarantula

A genus found in Mexico, known for their burrowing habits and unique appearance.

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Mascaraneus

Mascaraneus tarantula

A lesser-known genus with species that prefer tropical environments.

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Megaphobema

Megaphobema tarantula

Known for their impressive size and defensive displays, a fascinating genus.

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Melloina

Melloina tarantula

A rare and primitive genus with intriguing evolutionary traits.

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Melognathus

Melognathus tarantula

Known for their reclusive nature and striking appearance.

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Metriopelma

Metriopelma tarantula

A small and enigmatic genus, rarely seen in the hobby.

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Miaschistopus

Miaschistopus tarantula

A little-known genus with species that exhibit fascinating behavior.

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Monocentropus

Monocentropus tarantula

An old-world genus known for their defensive nature and vibrant colors.

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Munduruku

Munduruku tarantula

A newly described genus with fascinating evolutionary traits.

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Murphyarachne

Murphyarachne tarantula

A small genus recently discovered with unique behaviors.

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Mygalarachne

Mygalarachne tarantula

A primitive genus with a fascinating history and behavior.

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Myostola

Myostola tarantula

A genus known for its burrowing habits and defensive behavior.

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Neischnocolus

Neischnocolus tarantula

A genus with small species that have defensive personalities.

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Neoheterophrictus

Neoheterophrictus tarantula

A small genus from India with a unique burrowing style.

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Neoholothele

Neoholothele tarantula

A small and fast genus known for their intricate webbing.

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Neostenotarsus

Neostenotarsus tarantula

A fascinating genus with species that have colorful patterns.

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Nesiergus

Nesiergus tarantula

A small genus from Madagascar, known for its reclusive behavior.

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Nesipelma

Nesipelma tarantula

A recently described genus with unique characteristics.

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Nhandu

Nhandu tarantula

A large and bold genus, popular among hobbyists for their size and temperament.

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Omothymus

Omothymus tarantula

Known for their large size and vibrant coloration, native to Southeast Asia.

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Ornithoctonus

Ornithoctonus tarantula

A Southeast Asian genus known for their burrowing habits and defensive nature.

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Orphnaecus

Orphnaecus tarantula

A robust genus from the Philippines, with fascinating behavior and unique appearance.

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Ozopactus

Ozopactus tarantula

A rare and little-known genus, found in the highlands of South America.

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Pachistopelma

Pachistopelma tarantula

An arboreal genus from Brazil, known for their unique coloration and habits.

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Pamphobeteus

Pamphobeteus tarantula

Large and colorful tarantulas from South America, popular among enthusiasts.

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Pelinobius

Pelinobius tarantula

The King Baboon tarantula, known for its large size and powerful legs.

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Phlogiellus

Phlogiellus tarantula

A small and fast-growing genus, ideal for beginners due to their manageable size.

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Phoneyusa

Phoneyusa tarantula

An African genus with species known for their burrowing habits and defensiveness.

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Phormictopus

Phormictopus tarantula

A genus from the Caribbean, known for their bold temperament and stunning colors.

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Phormingochilus

Phormingochilus tarantula

An arboreal genus from Southeast Asia, recognized for their intricate webbing.

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Phrixotrichus

Phrixotrichus tarantula

A South American genus with species that exhibit fascinating defensive behaviors.

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Plesiopelma

Plesiopelma tarantula

A genus from South America, known for their burrowing tendencies and vibrant coloration.

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Plesiophrictus

Plesiophrictus tarantula

An old-world genus with species that display unique webbing patterns and burrowing behavior.

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Poecilotheria

Poecilotheria tarantula

A well-known arboreal genus, famous for their vibrant patterns and speed.

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Proshapalopus

Proshapalopus tarantula

A small genus from Brazil, known for their intricate webbing and defensive posture.

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Psalistops

Psalistops tarantula

A unique genus from the Caribbean with interesting defensive behaviors.

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Psalmopoeus

Psalmopoeus tarantula

A fast and aggressive arboreal genus from Central and South America.

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Psednocnemis

Psednocnemis tarantula

A recently described genus from Southeast Asia with intriguing traits.

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Pseudhapalopus

Pseudhapalopus tarantula

A small genus with unique coloration and reclusive habits.

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Pseudoschizopelma

Pseudoschizopelma tarantula

A recently described genus from Central America, known for their vibrant patterns.

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Pterinochilus

Pterinochilus tarantula

An old-world genus known for their aggressive behavior and vibrant patterns.

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Pterinopelma

Pterinopelma tarantula

A South American genus known for their docile temperament and vibrant colors.

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