Steindachner's Ebony (Aphonopelma steindachneri)
Last updated: October 16, 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 (females)
- From
- California and Baja California
- Lifestyle
- Burrower
- Type
- New World
For those that have taken a certain liking to Aphonopelma, but aren’t a huge fan of the sandy tans most species seem to have, then perhaps this is the species for you! All black, but with an Aphonopelma body shape and docility. These burrowers do take a bit of time to reach adulthood, but they stick around for a while once they do!
Native to the United States’ California and Mexico’s Baja California, this all black spider is highly sought after. Females can reach 5 inches at full size. Named after Franz Steindachner, the species is often listed as “Steindachner’s Ebony Tarantula” due to its solid black appearance. A great species for those that like the look of Grammostola pulchra/Grammostola quirogai, but want something a bit different.
Current Prices
Aphonopelma steindachneri (Steindachner's Ebony) currently sells for between $30.00 and $112.50 in the United States, with a median asking price of $37.50 across 5 in-stock listings from 4 vendors. Price depends mostly on size and sex: slings sit at the low end, mature females at the high end.
| Cheapest listing right now | $30.00 |
|---|---|
| Typical price (median) | $37.50 |
| Most expensive listing | $112.50 |
| Listings in stock | 5 |
| Vendors carrying it | 4 |
In stock at: Hardcore Arachnids, The Spider Room, Ty Dye Exotics, Wonderland Exotics. Compare every Aphonopelma steindachneri listing by price.
Prices as of October 27, 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.