- Also known as Washington County Rust, Fresno County Brown, Desert Tan, Desert Tarantula, Great Basin Blonde, Mojave Desert Tarantula or Utah Rusty Brown.
- This New World Burrower is from the USA - a wide range from California to Utah.
- Carapace is pale buff. Abdomen uniform rust color as are the legs and palps. Long hairs. Rust color. Underside is darker and more brownish.
- The adult size is 4.5" - 5.5".
- Like most Aphonopelma, they are a docile species, although they can be a bit more skittish than other Aphonopelma.
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- This New World Burrower is from the USA - a wide range from California to Utah.
- Carapace is pale buff. Abdomen uniform rust color as are the legs and palps. Long hairs. Rust color. Underside is darker and more brownish.
- The adult size is 4.5" - 5.5".
- Like most Aphonopelma, they are a docile species, although they can be a bit more skittish than other Aphonopelma.
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