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

Product Description

Tliltocatl schroederi – Mexican Black Velvet Tarantula

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