http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab Arachnoboards.com - The Largest Arachnid, Myriopod, Insect Community on the Web en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:26:33 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168441&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:17:03 GMT i am thinking about getting a new tarantula after the first of the year. i am seriously thinking about 1)A. versicolor 2)P. cancerides does anyone have real good experience with either kind? what are the pros and cons of each? i have 5 terrestial T's right now so i am pretty set-up on those. any feedback would be great and thx in advanced ]]> reselevate http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168441 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168440&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:10:27 GMT $55 for 500 nymphs and 10 adult pair. $95 for 1000 nymphs and 20 adult pair. $6 for an additional 10 adult pair, and $3 for the second 10 pair Prices include shipping. I ship USPS priority and give a LAG. Thanks for looking:D $55 for 500 nymphs and 10 adult pair.
$95 for 1000 nymphs and 20 adult pair.
$6 for an additional 10 adult pair, and $3 for the second 10 pair
Prices include shipping.
I ship USPS priority and give a LAG.

Thanks for looking:D ]]> For Sale/Trade boonbear http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168440 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168438&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:02:05 GMT What is the best substrate for tarantulas?

Iv heard that different substrates can lesson ur T's growth and also cause problems for T's. What is the best?

i was thinking of changing all my T's tanks to coconut coir... good or bad?

(dont want to use pooting soil)

cheers ]]> VinceC http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168438 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168437&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:50:29 GMT Ive noticed that B. Vagans is getting pretty popular now im going to get one now. you think its possible within the next two years that everyone is going to have a B. vagans just like the G.rosea? would of turned this into a poll but cant figure it out how to work it. Ive noticed that B. Vagans is getting pretty popular now
im going to get one now.

you think its possible within the next two
years that everyone is going to have a B. vagans
just like the G.rosea?

would of turned this into a poll
but cant figure it out how to work it. ]]> Tarantula Chat Tindalos http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168437 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168435&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:32:11 GMT B. boehmei 3"
G. pulchra 1.4"
A. versicolor .5-.75" (3 available)
P. cambridgei (1) 3", (1) .75"
E. murinus IF 4+"
A. sp "Flagstaff Orange" 2.5+"

Scolopendra subspinipes Vietnamese 7"


Times are tough, all offers considered, shipping $12 priority, $28 express (LAG express only), shipping from CA. ]]> For Sale/Trade Marbar http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168435 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168434&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:30:06 GMT I don't even know where to begin...

It was my A. metallica sp. green sling, Liam, I was always worried about... never a good eater, always hangin' out on the substrate instead of being arboreal.

But when I went to check on everyone today and try to photograph the smallest slings...

My A. minatrix sling, Mimi...

I can't even say it...

Is showing signs of DKS :( :( :(

She can't walk.. and when she tries to move, it's in jerky motions and she's using her fangs to try to steady herself.

What do I do? This is NOTHING like what my P. regalis sling was doing.. ]]> Tarantula Chat Teal http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168434 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168433&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:13:02 GMT This might just be my preference for having NW T's (less venom, less attitude (although I am re-thinking this), but it seems like many of the more colorful T's are Asian or African. ]]> jebbewocky http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168433 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168432&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:58:28 GMT So, I am in the Ball Python market and it has really suffered the last couple of years. Is the T market holding strong? I was curious? What is the average price of a high end T? I am very new with Ts but could totally see myself getting into some hobby breeding on them. Is it a good ol boy... So,

I am in the Ball Python market and it has really suffered the last couple of years. Is the T market holding strong? I was curious? What is the average price of a high end T? I am very new with Ts but could totally see myself getting into some hobby breeding on them. Is it a good ol boy network? Or is their plenty of hobbiests keeping the higher end market fun and profitable. I spent a descent amount on my Brachy female and I felt that was a reasonable deal. I have been told they cost a bit more because Mexico hits the retailers with a higher Sites cost out of Mexico. Anyway, what are the high end Ts selling for? Just curious for when I am ready to go up another level. I really like the caging the pros are using. They look really cool. I am an addict when it comes to promoting an animal as a way of learning about a species....Please don't turn this into a thread of slamming anyone...Just wanted to see what I am getting myself into....

Thanks for you input,
Bill ]]> Billru http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168432 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168431&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:43:52 GMT Our LP is sitting on a brand new big puffy sac! What have we gotten ourselves into? {D Our LP is sitting on a brand new big puffy sac!

What have we gotten ourselves into?

{D ]]> Tarantula Chat Berta http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168431 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168430&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:41:49 GMT Somebodys offered me a "grey morphing tarantula" in a trade, but i was curious if anybody has heard this common name before. They said it cost 150$. I dont know its size or sex, but i cant even think of species that are gray. A rosie sortof, but 150 is a total rip off. Ive asked them for a species name and where they got it, but i just wanted to know what it could possibly be. ]]> sean-820 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168430 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168428&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:39:09 GMT Image: http://exoticfauna.com/images/AD.gif *TARANTULAS IN THE TERRARIUM* 95 minute instructional film by an expert on tarantula care and breeding with over 30 years experience! ONLY $9 postpaid in the US. You can view over 20 minutes of this educational movie FREE and see why you want to spend...

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Although Michael Jacobi works for TARANTULAS.com, this offer is from his own EXOTIC FAUNA ENTERPRISES and is not affiliated with TARANTULAS.com. ]]> For Sale/Trade Michael Jacobi http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168428 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168427&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:59:02 GMT I don't have much use for this guy so he needs a new home....with plenty of ladies. I'll accept trade offers, or buy him outright for $35.00. Shipping is $30.00 for overnight delivery with live arrival guaranteed. ]]> Invertsonals Jmugleston http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168427 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168426&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:45:16 GMT So, my female LP molted 4 months ago on the 12th of July. Prior to that, she had gone almost a year without a molt (her previous one being on the 24th of July, 2008).
So, about a week or two ago I noticed copious webbing and diminished appetite. I couldn't believe it. Then today, I get home from work, and there she is, molting.
As it turns out, the boost in temperature really made a difference. Previously, my apartment temps were much lower, but since I upped her bulbs wattage she must be hitting a spurt.
I just hope she doesn't turn out to be a he. I posted her previous molt on here and everyone said female. Ugh, I hate how difficult Lasiodora is to sex (well, at least for me).
I'll post more pics when she's in her new suit!

Also, if this belongs in T chat, feel free to move it mods. :)



]]> Goomba http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168426 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168425&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:39:42 GMT I have got a 4 to 5 inch P Ornata Looks like a male but not 100% sure.

$60.00 obo

Or will trade for pokies or other T's or Scorps. $12.00 priority no lag or $30.00 express with lag and heat pack included. ]]> For Sale/Trade andy375hh http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168425 http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168424&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:38:24 GMT Hi all, I am trying to make room for some new additions so have decided to let some of these guys go out of my collection. Please PM for more details. I have no reviews, but have left plenty of reviews to alot of folks on here from buying. I might consider shipping first if you have numerous good... Hi all, I am trying to make room for some new additions so have decided to let some of these guys go out of my collection. Please PM for more details. I have no reviews, but have left plenty of reviews to alot of folks on here from buying. I might consider shipping first if you have numerous good purchase and selling reviews. Of course they can be picked up locally as well. Thanks for looking.

Guaranteed Females:
Aphonopelma sp. - Flagstaff orange Mature Female 5" $50
Aphonopelma sp. - New River Mature Female 5" $50.00

Guaranteed Males:
Brachypelma vagans Mature Male ~5" X 2 $20.00 each
Grammastola rosea Mature Male ~5" $20.00 *Pending*
Avicularia versicolor Mature Male ~4" $35.00 *Pending*

Slings or otherwise unsexed
Aphonopelma chalcodes Sling 1/4" (revised from 1/2" to reflect more accurate size) - $5.00
Aphonopelma Hentzi Juvenile 2.5-3" $15.00
Aphonopelma sp. - Flagstaff orange Sling 1" $8.00
Avicularia minatrix Sling ~1.00" $45.00
Avicularia minatrix Sling ~1.00" $45.00
Avicularia minatrix Sling ~1.00" $45.00
Phormictopus cancerides Probable female selling as unsexed ~4" $35.00
Pternochilus sp. murinis ”OBT” probable female selling as unsexed ~3" $23.00
Pternochilus sp. murinis ”OBT” Sling 1/2-3/4" $5.00 each

Shipping $10.00 Priority and $30.00 for express USPS. ]]> For Sale/Trade Spunky http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=168424