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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Teresaisrad" data-source="post: 201462" data-attributes="member: 34320">I agree with everyone on this post, I would also be inclined to say maybe add more substrate. Leaving max 5-6 inches of empty space from the top on the lid. This prevents injuries from a fall that can very much be fatal. To add to what Tarantulafeets said, mesh lids cause some issues. Feet can be stuck in the lid which can lead to the T hanging for hours and possibly loosing a leg. In additon, they can also chew through the fine metal. My aphonopelma did this and the hole was very big, luckily I caught it before he got out and tried to squeeze through the stabby metal.</blockquote>