Mexican Bloodleg (Aphonopelma bicoloratum)
Last updated: October 10, 2026
This is not a care guide. If you are interested in keeping this species, please research its husbandry thoroughly before purchasing. Tom's Big Spiders has species-specific husbandry notes that are a solid place to start.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- About 5 inches
- From
- Southwestern coast of Mexico
- Type
- New World
To those that love Brachypelma boehmei, or those that like the color scheme but want something a bit different, the Aphonopelma bicoloratum is a great alternative to the other orange and black species. While slings of Aphonopelma usually take a while to reach their maximum size, it does make it all the more rewarding to have a large specimen showing off the black femurs and orange legs. This species is often overlooked, but absolutely is worth keeping, as they have a quality not seen in many Aphonopelma.
Aphonopelma bicoloratum is native to the southwestern coast of Mexico, a bit away from the Michoacan region. This species gets around 5 inches at full size, and lives a very long time. You’re in for the long haul when it comes to Aphonopelma, and they give back with a less frantic attitude than other new worlds may give when disturbed.
Current Prices
Aphonopelma bicoloratum (Mexican Bloodleg) currently sells for between $45.00 and $299.00 in the United States, with a median asking price of $126.99 across 9 in-stock listings from 8 vendors. Price depends mostly on size and sex: slings sit at the low end, mature females at the high end.
| Cheapest listing right now | $45.00 |
|---|---|
| Typical price (median) | $126.99 |
| Most expensive listing | $299.00 |
| Listings in stock | 9 |
| Vendors carrying it | 8 |
In stock at: ArachnoEden, Big Z's, Grimoire Exotics, Hardcore Arachnids, Jamie's Tarantulas, Pacific Northwest Arachnids, Spider Shoppe, The Spider Room. Compare every Aphonopelma bicoloratum listing by price.
Prices as of October 14, 2026. Live figures in the table below.
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This profile was written by Jonathan Strub, a fellow keeper. Thank you, Jonathan! I did some light copy editing.