Texas Golden BackSpider (Latin name: Aphonopelma anax), also known as the Texas brown bird-eating spider, is native to Texas, USA, a species that was once in the United States pets a classic species among tarantula lovers. Because it is native to the United States and has a docile personality, it is naturally an ideal species of tarantula that can be used as a pet. However, like most species in the genus Aphonopelma, their growth cycle is a test of patience.

When the less aggressive and docile Brachypelma species, also from arid regions, began to gain popularity, more pet tarantula enthusiasts naturally chose that genus with a more colorful color. Gorgeous, relatively larger in size, and relatively fast growth, such as Mexican red knee, Mexican fire foot and other species.

Adult body length is 13-14 cm, suitable temperature is 28-30 ℃, and suitable humidity is 65%. It is recommended to use moist peat, coconut brick and clay as the substrate. It takes 6-8 years to grow from a larva to an adult, and their growth rate is truly breathtaking. But of course, they may also be one of the longest-lived of all pet tarantulas. If you're really patient, try picking one of their hatchlings. Of course, this species is definitely very suitable for beginners to try to keep pet tarantulas as an entry species.