Brazilian black tarantula
- Grammostola pulchra
- The Brazilian black tarantula is a burrowing arachnid found in the grasslands and tropical forests of Uruguay and Brazil.
- It is covered in short fine hairs giving it the appearance of velvet, and is jet black in color.
- These ambush predators hunt at night for insects, small lizards, and mice.
- Adult Brazilian black tarantulas may grow up to 5-6 inches.
Location at Palm Beach Zoo
- Off-exhibit used in educational programs
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