Mexican redknee

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Class

Arachnida (Spinnentiere)

Order

Araneae (Webspinnen)

Family

Theraphosidae

Genus

Brachypelma

Species

Brachypelma hamorii (Mexican redknee)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish tarántula mexicana de rodillas anaranjadas

French mygale mexicaine à genoux orange

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Mexican orangeknee

Brachypelma smithi

Near Threatened

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Mexican redleg

Brachypelma emilia

Least Concern

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Mexican Golden Redrump

Brachypelma albiceps

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Mexican Flameknee

Brachypelma auratum

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Mexican Orange Beauty

Brachypelma baumgarteni

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Florida golden chestnut

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Mexican pink beauty

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican redknee?

The scientific name of Mexican redknee is Brachypelma hamorii. It belongs to the genus Brachypelma.

What is the conservation status of Mexican redknee?

Mexican redknee (Brachypelma hamorii) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Mexican redknee belong to?

Mexican redknee (Brachypelma hamorii) belongs to the genus Brachypelma, which is part of the taxonomic family Theraphosidae.

Is Mexican redknee endangered?

Yes, Mexican redknee (Brachypelma hamorii) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Mexican redknee belong to?

Mexican redknee (Brachypelma hamorii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Mexican redknee?

The closest relatives of Mexican redknee in the genus Brachypelma include Mexican fireleg, Mexican orangeknee, Mexican redleg, Mexican Golden Redrump, Mexican Flameknee.