New to T's

[Pinktoe]

Hello! I'm new to the hobby. I have recently acquired a Pinktoe (Avicularia avicularia) sling. I know a little about T's, but I was wondering if someone could help me find some info on taking care of it.

Thanks,
Andi

[abstract]

I would search this forum, from the main forum page, bottom right, for "pinktoe" or the species scientific name, "Avicularia Avicularia." That should give you some info - There is also caresheets located here:
http://www.arachnopets.com/tarantulas/tcss.htm

Good luck, and welcome to one of the most addicting and interesting hobbies out there!

[Pinktoe]

Thanks!
Andi

[rosehaired1979]

Welcome to the hobby!If you are interested in more starter species here is a few of them if you are interested in purchasing them
1.Pink Zebra Beauty
2.Chaco golden Knee
3.A.Versicolor


Those are just a few but welcome to the place where you can get hooked on Tarantulas!!

[vulpina]

Those species mentioned are great starter spiders as is the Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens and the Grammastola pulchra.

Andy

[abstract]

Yes! They are all fun - get used to the avic first, then you'll want to start adding to your collection once you realize how cheap and easy to care for they are...

I'd get a terrestrial (ground) spider next, for variety's sake. The pinktoe that you have now is an aboreal (tree) spider. They're built different, and overall, act different.

[Palespider]

Here's some good care sheets:
http://www.petbugs.com/caresheets/tarantulas.html

And welcome to the hobby :)

Jim B.

[Malhavoc's]

Welcome to the best and most addicting hobby of em all!

[L_mactans]

Another really good starter is a Brachypelma smithi (Mexican Red Knee). My B. smithi was my first lasting T, and she has survived all of mistakes along the way, no worse for the wear.

Kelly (L_mac)

P.S. Welcome to very rewarding and addictive hobby! :D

[Pinktoe]

I was thinking about getting an A. versicolor. They look pretty cool...but thanks for all the suggestions! I'm sure this'll get interesting...lol
Andi

[Sean]

welcome to the hobby trust me ur going to get addicted and get lots and lots

[mdfic]

what is the scientific name of the Pink Zebra Beauty. i would like to get one but i am having a hard time getting info. Congrats Pinktoe! welcome to the hobby. from one newbie to another it is very adicting. just wait until he/she starts bathing. it is absolutely fantastic to watch.

[Poecilotheria]

Hi, I beleive its Eupalaestus campestratus.
Steve

[rosehaired1979]

Originally posted by Poecilotheria
Hi, I beleive its Eupalaestus campestratus.
Steve

Yep thats it! That spider is extremely calm and doctile I am hoping to get one soon.