Mexican black velvetSpider (Latin name: Aphonopelma caniceps) native to Mexico, a popular but uncommon pet tarantula species, because they are not very distinctive in color and size. Their larvae are very small, perhaps as little as 5 mm. In terms of growth rate, they are relatively fast among the Aphonopelma genus, but they are still very slow compared to other species of pet tarantulas.

Mexican black velvetSpider adult body length is 13-14 cm, the suitable temperature is 28-30 ℃, and the suitable humidity is 65%. It is recommended to use relatively dry peat , Coconut brick as substrate. They will burrow to hide, and if you put a thick enough substrate, you may find it sometimes difficult to find them. Their larvae need very small food, and of course they also accept mealworms with their heads cut off. After about a year and a half of breeding, it has grown to about 6 centimeters, and it can be seen that the color of the body has turned black, and the carapace is somewhat golden.

They are not very aggressive and are not very frightened and kicking species. Therefore, they can be the first choice of tarantulas as novice pet tarantulas. a kind. The market visibility is relatively low. Occasionally, it can be seen for sale. The price is more expensive than some popular Brachypelma species.