I purchased my first Tarantula, a male Rosie, around the latter part of 2012.
I'm under the impression he was already mature when I bought him, because he hasn't molted even once yet he has laid at least one sperm web that I know of.
I'm concerned his days may be numbered.
That being said, what should I go for next? I feel like I've learned quite a bit during the time I've had him, and I really want to explore other species! I am actually considering getting another anyway, even if I have to own 2 of them (or 3? 4?!).
Cost isn't a huge issue. I can't fork out $500 for a spider, but $80-150 is within my budget.
I would like to buy a larger, more active species.
What are the costs, risks, and skill level that should be expected if I chose to own a T. Blondi? I hear they are aggressive, and escape artists. I am terrified of spiders, so I don't like the idea of waking up to a missing gigantic spider with an attitude problem.
Thanks!
I'm under the impression he was already mature when I bought him, because he hasn't molted even once yet he has laid at least one sperm web that I know of.
I'm concerned his days may be numbered.
That being said, what should I go for next? I feel like I've learned quite a bit during the time I've had him, and I really want to explore other species! I am actually considering getting another anyway, even if I have to own 2 of them (or 3? 4?!).
Cost isn't a huge issue. I can't fork out $500 for a spider, but $80-150 is within my budget.
I would like to buy a larger, more active species.
What are the costs, risks, and skill level that should be expected if I chose to own a T. Blondi? I hear they are aggressive, and escape artists. I am terrified of spiders, so I don't like the idea of waking up to a missing gigantic spider with an attitude problem.
Thanks!