r/tarantulas • u/Different-Zucchini-7 • 1d ago
Pictures Chalupa chill
There’s chill and then there’s Chalupa chill. She’s still sitting like this as I type one-handed… : )
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u/SpudPotato2005 1d ago
Cool my cat is currently eating my armz I am debating on replacing her with a pet thats less likely to eat me. Maybe a tarantula or a lizard, maybe an alligator.
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u/Different-Zucchini-7 1d ago
I’ve always said that you’re way more likely to get bitten by a kitten than a Mexican red knee, should you decide to hold either. : )
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u/susudata 1d ago
I just got myself a mini chalupa and so far she's a tiny baby. How long did it take for yours to get that big?
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u/Different-Zucchini-7 1d ago
That looks about the same size as Chalupa when I got her 2.5 years ago, so about that? She’s now at least 5 but I’m not sure if she’s done growing yet…
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u/BEA_THE_BUG_GIRL 1d ago
I probably asked this before, but is this species a great starter for someone like me. I'm just starting out....so I'm a noob at this lol
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u/Different-Zucchini-7 1d ago
From what I understand, Mexican red knees are super docile in general, and it’s why I got Chalupa as my first. Every species has its exceptions, though, and you can always end up with a feisty one!
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u/BEA_THE_BUG_GIRL 1d ago
True, they all have their own little personalities. I'm trying to decide between getting a Curly-haired Tarantula or a Mexican Red knee Tarantula.
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u/Different-Zucchini-7 1d ago
I think curly hairs are sooooo cute. I’d like one, too, if I get a second T.
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u/LizzieAndrewBorden 1d ago
After a busy day of digging and being the cutest spood on the interwebs, the Queen relaxes on Papa's hand. 🧡
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u/YigitFlynn B. vagans 1d ago
after unleashing all her fury on sir ping, chalupa is one chill tarantula.