The Nicaraguan curly hair tarantula (scientific name: Tliltocatl albopilosus) is a species of tarantula native to Nicaragua. It is known for its distinctive curly hair and docile temperament.
Nicaraguan curly hair tarantulas are relatively large, with a leg span of up to 6 inches. They have a dark brown or black carapace (head and thorax) and a light brown or tan abdomen. Their hair is long and curly, and it covers their entire body. Nicaraguan curly hair tarantulas are ambush predators that typically feed on insects and small rodents.