🌿Native Nature

Mexican Fireleg Tarantula

Brachypelma boehmei

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Theraphosidae ›Genus: Brachypelma

About

Brachypelma boehmei (also known as the Mexican fireleg, or the Mexican rustleg tarantula) is a tarantula native to Mexico in Guerrero state. These long-lived tarantulas prefer burrowing and hiding in dry scrubland. As with all closely related tarantula species, they defend themselves with urticating hair when provoked.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Fireleg Tarantula?
The scientific name of Mexican Fireleg Tarantula is Brachypelma boehmei.
What kingdom does Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belong to?
Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belong to?
Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belong to?
Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belong to?
Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belong to?
Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belongs to the family Theraphosidae.
What genus does Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belong to?
Mexican Fireleg Tarantula belongs to the genus Brachypelma.