Where Can Tarantulas Be Found?

Tarantulas occur worldwide. Those in North America occur in the southern and southwestern states, with many other species occurring to the south throughout Mexico, Central and South America.

Where are tarantulas most commonly found?

In the United States, wild tarantulas are only found in the Southwest. They are more common in Mexico and Central and South America. Australia, Southern Asia, and Africa (excluding the Sahara Desert) also host populations of tarantulas. Tarantulas are burrowing species.

Where are tarantulas found in the United States?

This means, in the United States, tarantulas are found in states like California, Arizona and Texas. Most of the time they are found the desert regions of these states, but they have been known to wander into homes, particularly during mating season.