Keeper guide

RCF, NCF and OCF Tarantula Meanings

These abbreviations are hobby shorthand—typically red, normal or orange colour form—and only make sense in the context of the species being discussed.

What matters

Check species context, retailer listing, colour, locality, records, old names. Use the scientific name and life stage when applying the information so the answer is attached to the correct animal.

Mistakes to avoid

Assuming abbreviations are universal taxonomy, using them without the species name and merging different forms blindly.

Quick checks

  • Species context
  • Retailer listing
  • Colour
  • Locality
  • Records
  • Old names