Prospective tarantula owners should be ready to make a long-term commitment to their pet. Males may live as long as 10 years, and females may live past 30! Owners also need to understand general spider husbandry to keep their arachnid family member happy and healthy.

How long do tarantulas live as pets?

Prospective tarantula owners should be ready to make a long-term commitment to their pet. Males may live as long as 10 years, and females may live past 30! Owners also need to understand general spider husbandry to keep their arachnid family member happy and healthy.

What is the longest living tarantula?

Longest living tarantula species The Mexican Redleg tarantula (Brachypelma emelia) is debatably the longest-living species of tarantula, with various hobbyists claiming verified lifespans of 30-35 years.