Grammostola porteri (now rosea) (Chilean Rose-Hair Tarantula) Size:0.5-0.75" Can be skittish but generally

Can be skittish but generally more docile overall

The heaviest species known to science the Burgundy Goliath Bird Eater gets a whopping 10" and weighs up to 8oz

A favorite pick for budget-conscious keepers and anyone who wants to be there for every molt

Giant Asian Mantis (Hierodula membranacea) – A prominent species native to Southeast Asia

Grammostola porteri (now rosea) (Chilean Rose-Hair Tarantula) Size:0.5-0.75" Can be skittish but generallyGrammostola porteri (now rosea) (Chilean Rose Hair Tarantula) The Chilean Rose Hair is one of the true classics of the hobby, world renowned for its docile behavior and manageable size that makes it a favorite first tarantula for countless keepers. Adults show tan to blonde legs banded in dark brown to black at the joints, set against a vivid coral pink carapace (head) and abdomen, a look that photos rarely capture as well as seeing one in person.