If you’ve been dreaming of owning a tarantula, you should be mindful that you won’t be able to just pop on over to your veterinarian if your tarantula is ill or dying. It will mostly be up to you to spot the signs that your tarantula is at death’s door […]
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Can Tarantulas Die From Falling? Prevention And Treatment
You’re transferring your tarantula from one enclosure to another and all of a sudden it gets spooked, bolts and falls – is it injured, or worse, dead? As tarantula owners, we get attached to these big and hairy creatures and want them to live long and happy lives. But what […]
Do Tarantulas Recognize Their Owners? Probably Not!
Tarantulas are not known for the warm and cuddly natures – they won’t come to curl up next to you for some love and affection. So how do you know they actually know you as their caregiver; is it even possible? Do tarantulas recognize their owners? Although research in this […]
How To Help Your Tarantula Molt – A Comprehensive Guide
Molting is a very stressful process for tarantulas; knowing that tarantulas can get stuck during a molt makes it a nerve-wracking experience for the T’s owner. Luckily, you’re not completely helpless and there are some things you can do to help your tarantula should it get stuck. How can I […]
Are Tarantulas Friendly? Not All Of Them!
You’ve seen videos of tarantulas walking up their owners’ arms, so that must mean tarantulas are friendly, right? Well, mine are but that is because to me, not showing any aggression or anxiety when I approach is a sign of friendliness. But, are tarantulas friendly? Tarantulas make very docile pets […]
The Pros And Cons Of Feeding Your Tarantula Earthworms
Tarantulas are fussy eaters. If you are a person who likes to work on a schedule and want to have control over it, you are in for surprise. Tarantulas will not only refuse to eat at your timetable but also refuse to eat what you deem fit for it. So, […]
Can Tarantulas Eat Fruits?
While discussing the guideline on what should be the diet of a tarantula with my friend, he showed me an interesting video link – tarantula eating a fruit. While tarantulas are largely a carnivore, can they eat fruits? Should we add it to their diet? Let’s put out the answer […]
3 Signs That Your Tarantula Is Getting Too Cold
If you live in a colder country or experience harsh winters, you’re probably worried about your tarantula getting too cold and maybe freezing to death. That’s why, in this article, we’ll take a look at how you know when your tarantula gets too cold and what you can do about […]
4 Reasons Why Tarantulas Need Hides!
Do tarantulas need hides? You might be asking this question as you saw some tarantula enclosures that do not have hides. You probably want to have the same simple set up. But will this benefit your tarantula? Better yet, is there really a need for hides, or are they just […]
Do Tarantulas Feel Pain? Signs For Pain In Ts
You got your tarantula some new home décor but it as you place it inside, it snags your T and now it must be in pain, right? Take a breath and relax; pain is relative between species. Do tarantulas feel pain? Yes, they do. All living organisms with brains and […]