Mexican Flame Knee Tarantula How to Care for the Brachypelma auratum

This week I cover care, husbandry, and feeding for the Brachypelma auratum (Mexican Flame Knee Tarantula). I discuss the care, husbandry, feeding, history, general info and enclosures for this species. This includes handling, temperature, humidity, set up, enclosure, substrate, lifespan, location, and size of spiderlings (slings), juveniles and adult tarantulas. I cover essentially everything you need to know about set up and taking care of your tarantula. This spider is an New World terrestrial Tarantula. 🖖💚🕷
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00:00 Intro
01:04 Location, Information & Temperment
01:57 Behavior & Pet Frog
02:32 Venom & Urticating Hairs
02:56 Endangered Status
03:33 Enclosures & Care
06:18 Feeding
08:26 Overview & Experience
09:52 Outro
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[@tarantulacollective]

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[@marsleingod5454]

the_tarantula_collective do u have snakes ?

[@rushykhan8432]

I need tarantula Spider in black colour.. Brazilian black colour and 200 gram spider .. if you have it then tell me i will payment and i need big one tarantulas please you can helping me to finding it sir ..

[@tarantulacollective]

@@marsleingod5454 I have 4 snakes

[@jurassicgaming7498]

I love the masks

[@hypotree6132]

What’s the difference between the smithi and this one?

[@isaaclark]

I just bought one I'm so nervous about keeping it alive due to it being my first. ❤️ Wish me luck

[@sofiacarapia2968]

This one is my first too! ❤️

[@fangsngills2709]

Keep calm its my 2nd

[@raulcampoverde3159]

Just bought one noww for the first time I wish I can show u guys pics

[@bryans138]

I hope your nerves have been calmed. I felt like this when I got my first tarantula but by the 2nd and 3rd you will see how easy it is to keep them alive.

[@jasonbryleolhon2080]

So how is it doing?

[@666blank0]

I got one (adult confirmed female) recently, two weeks ago, and she is an asshole, she kicks hair as soon as something sounds around... I love her! It's a lot of fun watching her hunt down the crickets and roaches as soon as she sense them. Also got a B. Emilia with her, also adult confirmed female. I hope to see one Emilia video soon as was a surprise I didn't saw it on your channel! This channel is pure awsomness, is kinda like an encyclopedia for tarantula hobbyists around the world (from Mexico here!). Thanks a lot!!

[@rkhnd51]

I've been looking at this species for awhile now. Love the flames.

[@FUCKTHEBBC]

are there other species colored like the Mexican Flame Knee, Venezuelan Sun Tiger or Chaco Golden Knee?

[@NawDawgTheRazor]

Oh man, choosing a favorite Brachy must be like choosing your favorite child. They’re all so majestic and sweet.

[@BillieRC]

Children are not sweet 😂

[@NawDawgTheRazor]

@@BillieRC fair enough lol.

[@TarantulaHaven]

One of my favorite Brachys. I had to get one when I babysat my friend's and saw how beautiful they are. I have 3 but they are still about an inch slings. :( Great stuff as always.

[@hennoheystek3186]

Hi I only have a Brackypelma Hamorii sling it is 1intch in legspan and a 0.5 intch Nhandu Coloratovillosus.

[@hennoheystek3186]

I love your videos and keep up with the great work you tought me alot.

[@legoh_puppy8145]

Just got my very first tarantula at a local reptile Expo not even 5 hours ago and managed to snag one of these gems. I saw the adult and wanted it so badly. I wasn't able to afford it but they had babies so naturally, I grabbed everything I could and am already super stoked to watch it grow. Been watching your vids for caring for babies and whatnot. Thanks so much for all the helpful information! Wanna have this beauty going for years to come!

[@Wyocory]

My man! Always getting that content out! Awesome as always!

[@caitlinflohr6416]

I just LOVE your passion for the tarantulas you keep! You've got a lifelong follower here!

[@AngelRivera-xh8ml]

Thank you for the content boss always bring tht heat to the table showing not only me but everyone else who watch your videos thanks once again boss!!!!!

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God I need one of these merch shirts!🤣 Love the content and your extended info on species! Cheers from the Netherlands and staysafe pal! Big fans here!!!! 🇳🇱

[@chrishatton865]

Once again the highlight of the week. Tarantula Tuesday scratching that arachnid addiction for us Thanks Richard your a boss 👍

[@maxxxieee]

These are amazing Ts! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@radekstaszkow7862]

Just waiting for B hamori and emilia to arrive this week. I'm a big fan of the black and orange colour combo. Awesome video as always!

[@stixc_9601]

Stiiiill wairing for the Nahndu chromatus care and husbandry👌😉😉❤️ Keep ut the content!

[@keepitreal4545]

Your videos help me so much thank you honestly

[@PETROCK-NROLL]

Such a stunning species within the genus!! I have one, no colours yet tho as it’s only 1.5cm, awesome video!! 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@kiefer3869]

Thank you for this Video Sir Richard, Brachypelma Auratum is my favorite of all Brachypelma sp. 😍 Subs from Philippines

[@pgrvii6825]

I retrofitted my lid on this tank with light diffuser panel,worked really well!

[@myriahoisington5553]

A very underrated T! Love these more then P. Hamorii. ❤❤❤❤

[@Hamer4114]

So glad to see the B. Auratum! Video was great! EDIT: Also in case it happens before your next video, happy 30k!

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks so much!

[@paulblogs2775]

Amazing video loved it keep up the wonderful work wonderful image I love the sound

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks pal!

[@CrittersCreations]

Amazing tarantula!! I have both a male and female B. Auratum and I love them! ♥️ Brachypelma are my favourites and I have at least one of each species of the genus I love your videos Richard, you give such incredible information 😊👍🏼

[@tarantulacollective]

That's awesome! Thank you!

[@James-bristol]

Great video plenty of information to learn from

[@adamkozinoga9633]

I dont even know how to put it in words Richard!? As always man, crazy good video to watch, music on point! Thank you sir for this level of content ;)

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks a lot Adam...I'm glad you enjoy it !

[@johnbrazell2433]

I have this species which I got as a sling. Every since it was a baby it would not take down this Cricket as soon as I put it in there. But once I close the lid and set it back on the Shelf I could check back in 1 minute and it would have it in its mouth. It seems to be a little shy. But it is growing into a beautiful t.

[@johnathonstromathon2880]

best animal vids out there

[@kienanrobbins8534]

I’m always stoked for every new vid. In the past 2 months I’ve gone from 0-6 T’s love the Chanel man

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks a lot!

[@kirkalton6932]

Kienan Robbins You went from zero to six-T 🏎💨 I see what you did there! lol. Welcome to the trade!

[@cesarvaladez7128]

Great vídeo ! Excelente quality !! Congrats !! I just bougth this tarántula km from México 😁

[@SEGAMASTER4411]

I love Brachys but gotta say my fav is Fireleg tho. Just recently got into the hobby and I already have two Tarantulas hahah. Thanks for the awesome content man!

[@elsanaiacob48]

Omggg I love this videos....

[@thecatsmeow9972]

All your tarantulas look good & plump an happy 🕷

[@hooksangelsbliss]

one of my favorite tarantula too

[@someonelonely8479]

Your intro music is sick. Keep up the amazing content

[@tarantulacollective]

Thanks! Will do!

[@carlosdrivera2721]

I love your videos bro!

[@tarantulacollective]

I appreciate that!

[@jeffersonesclamado9465]

That's my first tarantula it's very easy to care I love this so much

[@kimperdue]

great video and gorgeous tarantula!

[@tarantulacollective]

Thank you so much 😀

[@reggiesolisosa5266]

Hello Richard! I am a Brachypelma Auratum keeper. I got her as Matured Female already. I am just a newbie on tarantula keeping ang i noticed that the knee pattern of my Auratum is different from other auratum. I subjected her as a cross bred product. I would like to show it to you. BTW. Nice video! I really loved your contents.

[@keaganthedude]

Thanks for an awesome arachnid vid! Very informative

[@tarantulacollective]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Nathan-Page]

Another interesting video I've learned so much from you . Thanks

[@tarantulacollective]

So nice of you

[@Nathan-Page]

I've just been offered a white striped bird eater would you be doing a video on them by any chance? Thanks .

[@arosmiertka]

It will be probably my first tarantula.

[@InSpidersITrust]

Absolutely my favorite Brachypelma species. Mine has character

[@haydenphoenix2383]

I’ve been binge watching your video all day and I’ve notice you’ve have lost weight! Good job buddy!.

[@tarantulacollective]

Wow, thanks

[@RulerOfDarkness666]

Awesome video. I would like to see one on the Nhandu Coloratovillosus. That would be awesome.

[@dankauffman8568]

Beautiful !

[@tarantulacollective]

Thank you!

[@martincrazereptiles8477]

Plan buy some of these this Tuesday coming

[@AnaMarroquin468]

Mine will arrive next week, it's my first tarantula :D

[@irishlady6624]

Gorgeous species and concise, comprehensive care video as always. I was wondering if you could do a care video on the cyriopagopus (haplopelma? I've read sources that say both) minax. Common name seems to be Thailand Black tarantula. They have a somewhat fearsome reputation as far as defensiveness goes and it seems they would be in the same category experience wise as h.lividum. I've never seen a care video for the species and that may simply be because not many people have them. Thank you, always look forward to Tarantula Tuesday ^.^

[@joannecottam2387]

This is the one I want.

[@kentmcnab526]

Hey Richard, I have been watching your videos and love the info. that you give. Also, I love to make my own enclosures, so here is a question that I have for you: Can magnets be used to keep doors closed on Tarantula enclosures? Also, I am looking forward to your next video.

[@sutongke1687]

Your video quality is always amazing! I recently got a big female Brachypelma auratum and it's such a crazy hair kicker lol. I am pretty scared every time I open or even touch the enclosure.

[@Royrojasss]

Saludos desde mexico 😍 2 lugar en las tarantulas mas hermosas del mundo 🌍

[@wollewolf9863]

Searched long time for a confirmed little female (Germany) and found one 3 weeks ago (1"). Lucky me! Though Brachys are common but they are for me the best T´s. Good size, bulky, hardy, beautyful, always visible and long lived!

[@AdyShura]

My flame knee is almost always underground as a juvenile. I can’t wait for it to grow and stay beautiful above.

[@JoJoExoCavern]

💜

[@mica741]

The intro music pumps me up so much. And I absolutely love listening to you talk while I study or work on college stuff. Keep up the good work, man!

[@tarantulacollective]

Thank you! Will do!

[@hotmilk7583]

"What??? Oh ye sure Mom im gonna continue school in 11:36 minutes!"

[@tarantulazaddy866]

I think this and Emilia are my favorite Brachypelma

[@mazefernandez9056]

💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@jeffreygolish3827]

The Brachys are probably my favorite genus just because of the colors. The Boehmei still gets my vote for best in show. What's next? Have you featured the Pink Zebra Beauty yet? I've got one coming in a couple of days. It's a temperament thing.

[@Mr_Jingle]

My flame knee is such a hair kicker!

[@bantamdude]

When I was a kid I used to find them in the wild but I doubt I’ll ever see one ever again.

[@tylerfenton4983]

Did you do a vid on how to change that mesh lid I have the same tank and couldn't find the vid

[@turbobhagwan]

Hello, I just got one, and everyone is saying different things on how to take care of them. I trust this channel, so how should one clean the substrate, how much white spots of shit is OK? Should one invest in poop-eating-buggers? They dig less when older? anywayaahs, great quality of your descriptions of these different Tarantula species

[@exoticrealm51]

Nice pic 👍

[@WarsawSpiders]

great video ! 👍 best regards Weronika and Łukasz from WarsawSpiders🖐

[@tarantulacollective]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@michaele.derrickjr.9200]

I believe my Auratum is looking male as well. Very cool species indeed. A must in the collection if you don’t have one

[@l1b3333]

❤️😍❤️😍❤️😍

[@rockymountainspiderfreaks3722]

Hello richard...im sure this video is as amazing as the rest but you know the score...im not allowed to watch it till james gets off work :)

[@raulticar5729]

My first pet is auratum!

[@pattymullin8515]

What a beautiful video. I loved watching the legs as I keep trying to figure out how each leg moves in relationship to the opposite side. Fantastic choices of music too. Thanks for all of your hard work on your videos along with the excellent information on each species. Love Tarantula Tuesday and all of your videos.

[@elliemarie06]

Fab vid I finally decided to get one tho it’s just a baby

[@devonfang2485]

Quick little tip Richard! Manually focus your lens and you won’t have to worry about the camera blurring when it tries to focus on your hands!

[@tarantulacollective]

Yeah, usually I do that. This was a new camera and I forgot to turn it to manual focus, I also left the auto white balance on...lol. new lens, new camera....hopefully I will have bbn it dialed in better in the next one.

[@devonfang2485]

the_tarantula_collective dope! What’s the setup? I’m looking into getting a Sony a7 III

[@rebelbaron7003]

Hi Rich......another epic bid. I get depressed as they near the end. You mentioned a man named Schmidt as doing the first real field work on this species. Is that THE same Karl Schmidt by any chance? The guy who died from a boomslang bite?

[@renzodegrano7943]

Hey Richard! And to anyone reading this, I just recently got a 2inch B. Auratum and the dealer rehoused it in the enclosure that I also bought from him. It's been hours since I got the T and I haven't seen it move nor change it's position, it's still crunched up in the top corner of the enclosure. My dealer said that it's just getting used to the enclosure, my concern is for how long will it take for the T to settle and if it's a good idea that I should put in a prey for it eat. Thanks guys!

[@samjordan1724]

I actually have a question, so I got my first Auratum. And I changed its enclosure. It has a strange mix of substrate including modeling moss (green dyed) so I am wondering what a good substrate mix is however because she is rather picky. Doesn't seem to like most mixes. Especially if it's damp or wet. What do you suggest?

[@yoursodumn]

Team boehmei here

[@aanda2474]

I just got a juvenile red knee and I set her in the tank I have her in and she's kinda just sitting there idk if the area is too big I've searched and read but I feel like I'm doing something wrong

[@decuates1306]

Orgullosamente mexicana

[@renselabela7681]

do a C.Marshalli please!!

[@nickbasie85]

I just got my first tarantula and it’s of this breed and I’m wondering what temperature to keep it at

[@aphiliarachno]

It is definitely one of the most beautiful Brachypelmas. I think my favourite is the emilia though, because of its beautiful face. But the auratum has more beautiful legs. I am curious about the clip about how to exchange the mesh grid by plastic. I have a P. machala in an exo terra enclosure and found her stuck in the mesh some times. I was never sure whether she was afraid to fall down and therefore remained there, or whether she was actually trapped. I helped her by reaching her a corkbark to climb on. Maybe I should remove the metallic grid for her safety?

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

What's your opinion on feeding live vertebrate prey to tarantulas,I see no issue with it as long as the food can't hurt your spider. I give my tarantulas house geckos,little frogs,pinky mice,and even small minnows now and then as treats.

[@Flame8KDG]

Our first flame knee has arrived I know you said they bury a lot as slings but ours seems to not was burrow at all is that normal or ok?

[@kir7118]

Please do a video on xenesthis immanis

[@MotoSoki]

i have one of those specie :)

[@craneman2201]

I bought a juvenile Brachypelma Hamorii, its about 1-1,5cm long. I got jim in a small vivarium 15x30x20cm (dxwxh), and I am told to feed it about 3 crickets size 2 every week. is there any video online how to feed about 3 small crickets a time from a small container? last time i dumped carefully, but 10 went in the vivarium. is the feeding amount a week and size of the crickets ok?

[@jobenson6336]

Can you do another Grammastola pulchra video ?

[@jonathancorbett2042]

Love your videos... can you help me, I bought a beautiful BP Hamorii and she has developed a large bald patch. I've never seen her kick hairs and I cant find any info on the internet. Could something be wrong with her husbandry? If anyone can help it would be appriciated. Thanks, Jonny

[@animalcrackurr4875]

Jonathan Corbett she is probably about to molt. Is she taking food

[@eksoticyt2993]

Richard can you feature hamorii on next upload please, i hope you read this😁

[@Anthony-zp8ud]

Mine just arrived today. Half inch!. So tiny!!. I ordered a 1" boehmie as well. These little guys are going to teach me some patience. I totally agree with you about the B. Auratum. The GBB as well. Mine hooked out 5/30/23 unfortunately

[@paulgary8525]

video about aphonopelma burica soon ?

[@rumpelstilzz]

Yeeah he pronounced Schmidt correctly. Here, take an B for your German lessons :D Next Callenge: Schröder, like in Tliltocatl schroederi. You'll Get an A for it!

[@waynen5488]

Hey do you have an Eupalaestrus campestratus? I would love to see a video about them.

[@tarantulacollective]

I don't have that species yet

[@Runofthemills1946]

have you ever covered the topic of molting or how to handle the collection of the molt safely once the spider's successfully recovered from molting? (primarily in the case of more aggressive or deffensive tarantulas?) any tips on how to do it safely?

[@samh5246]

When my A.Geniculata molted I just waited until she pushed the left over molt out of her hide. That’s when I took out the molt, make sure you don’t go into the hide (assuming you have a terrestrial t) because they sometimes eat their molts. If it doesn’t want it anymore it’ll move it! Hope this helps:)

[@maciejp7829]

6:21 what does "confused" mean in that context?

[@sarahvasquez202]

I have a sling! This one rolls when it attacks crickets.

[@loochgardenstatebugs3737]

Quick question I'm about to get my first T I have many inverts and breed many lizards from beardies to chameleons to water and blackthroat monitors as well as isopods, millipedes and jumping spiders is the Mexican flame knee and Mexican red knee the same or different thanks for the information I'm looking to get one from local place or online from fear not tarantulas

[@loochgardenstatebugs3737]

Just answered my own question by watching one of your videos they are different 😂😂 which would you prefer for a starter T?

[@deewhite369]

What are the dimensions of your Dreamco enclosure?

[@AcousticMain]

I have a question about my Mexican flame knee. I got mine on the 5th of January and I love her. I tried to feed her the first week I got her but she wouldn’t eat, I figured maybe she’s getting used to her tank. I’ve tried feeding once a week since I got her and she hasn’t eaten. Shes 5 years old so im not super worried, I’d be more worried if she was a baby. I’ve never had tarantulas and she’s one of my first ones(I got 2 including her on the same day)so I don’t really understand everything yet. Could she maybe be going to molt soon and how long can they go without food? Please let me know😅