Tarantulas live for a wide range of years depending on their species and gender. In general, male tarantulas live shorter lives, around 3 to 7 years on average, while females can live significantly longer, ranging from 10 to 30 years or more. Some female tarantulas have been known to live over 30 years, with reports even up to 35-40 years in captivity. Lifespan varies by species and care conditions, but females typically outlive males by a long margin.

Lifespan Overview by Gender

• Male tarantulas: about 3 to 7 years on average
• Female tarantulas: commonly 10 to 30+ years, sometimes up to 40 years

Species Variation

• Different tarantula species have different lifespans; some popular pet species like the Brazilian Black Spider and Pink Zebra often have females living 20-30 years.
• Mexican redleg tarantulas may live up to 35 years in captivity.
• Lifespan for males is often much shorter than females within the same species.

Captivity vs Wild

• Tarantulas generally live longer in captivity due to controlled environments and absence of predators.
• Wild tarantulas rarely live to old age due to predation and environmental challenges.

In summary, expect tarantula lifespans to be quite diverse, heavily influenced by species and gender, with female tarantulas living much longer than males and potentially reaching decades in captivity.