Decisions

[Chubbs]

Or you can spend $2 and just get a deli cup from the supermarket. Works just as fine .

 

[Kymura]

Our local grocery has a two pack with press on lids, crystal clear in large sizes, for a dollar,
I like them as they are secure but dont make that pop sound that freaks out the skittish T's ;D

 

[MiaWolf42]

I think it's just the availability of species, in general, that makes arboreals tougher to care for. Outside of the Avics (which have a reputation for being fragile, which I wouldn't know myself since I've never really had an interest in them), most genera available are feistier, faster, and meaner (Pokies, Psalmopoeus, etc.). These are definitely a step above Brachypelma or Grammostola, and even the more defensive terrestrials. I give all species a lot of cross ventilation, so I'm not sure if arboreals actually need it more than terrestrials. Never bothered to find out.

Agreed about the enclosure choice. If you really want a nice display tank, then sure, spend the money for a customized fish tank or acrylic enclosure. If not, there are plenty of cheap options for housing any species. Even the giants, like Theraphosa, can be kept in large, cheap storage bins.

It would also really help if the OP could narrow the the list down to a few species, because most people are just going to throw out what they'd want themselves, or general beginner Ts.

I am just asking for your suggestions. I am open to just about any new tarantula. Just wanted some ideas to think about before the Repticon show. So far these ideas are great!

 

[Kymura]

T.ockerti,
easy, decent appetite, semi arboreal, makes dirt curtains around her little cubby, mine does not burrow
but has made a den under the leaning cork. Its a pretty thing
spends a lot of time up on the cork as well ^^

 

[MiaWolf42]

T.ockerti,
easy, decent appetite, semi arboreal, makes dirt curtains around her little cubby, mine does not burrow
but has made a den under the leaning cork. Its a pretty thing
spends a lot of time up on the cork as well ^^

I had to look that one up. (Also a few others mentioned) That one seems like a fun one. It is very pretty as well!

 

[micheldied]

I am just asking for your suggestions. I am open to just about any new tarantula. Just wanted some ideas to think about before the Repticon show. So far these ideas are great!

Well then, the two I would recommend are the GBB and Avicularia diversipes, because those are the two I want right now that aren't OW.

 

[MassExodus]

@MiaWolf42 There are multitudes of interesting spiders out there, but if you don't have one of the NW giants, I suggest getting one. Even a plain brown fuzzy Lp is impressive to look at when it's big enough to palm your face like a basketball..

 

[MiaWolf42]

Well then, the two I would recommend are the GBB and Avicularia diversipes, because those are the two I want right now that aren't OW.

The Avicularia diversipes is pretty! I've been reading up on the GBB since so many are recommending it. That is definitely one on my wish list.

 

[MiaWolf42]

@MiaWolf42 There are multitudes of interesting spiders out there, but if you don't have one of the NW giants, I suggest getting one. Even a plain brown fuzzy Lp is impressive to look at when it's big enough to palm your face like a basketball..

Largest I have is the G. pulchripes. It is still growing. I hope this one turns out to be female, so I can have for a long time!

 

[MiaWolf42]

I like Ephebopus murinus and I wouldn't mind having another Haplopelma lividum. Honestly, I don't know a tarantula I do not like.

 

[Kymura]

I like Ephebopus murinus and I wouldn't mind having another Haplopelma lividum. Honestly, I don't know a tarantula I do not like.

I'm in total agreement with you on that one

 

[micheldied]

The Avicularia diversipes is pretty! I've been reading up on the GBB since so many are recommending it. That is definitely one on my wish list.

I just discovered (more like remembered it exists) the A. diversipes, and I have to say I'm very tempted to get one or two. And I normally don't like Avics. I've always wanted a GBB. Oddly enough I've never owned one though I've had plenty of chances.

 

[Chubbs]

I love my A.diversipes. The color changes these go through each time they molt are incredible. They can be pretty defensive as adults and slings are very skittish, so definitely not like your average Avic. Personally I wish they kept the sling colors but adults are still pretty.

 

[micheldied]

I love my A.diversipes. The color changes these go through each time they molt are incredible. They can be pretty defensive as adults and slings are very skittish, so definitely not like your average Avic. Personally I wish they kept the sling colors but adults are still pretty.

The main reason I've always stayed away from Avics is that I don't like the look of the adults, but the A. diversipes are pretty attractive. They probably have the nicest (IMO) growth colors too. Defensive and skittish are my forte, having owned mainly OW species and many Scolopendra.

 

[MiaWolf42]

So they didn't have much of a selection today. I picked out a B. smithi! Here she is eating her first meal at home. (I say she to be hopeful)

 

[Nicolas C]

Congrats! B smith are stunning, beautiful, rather quiet, I love mine so much! If they were more difficult to obtain, they would be more popular than H pulchripes!

 

[Fuzzball79]

So they didn't have much of a selection today. I picked out a B. smithi! Here she is eating her first meal at home. (I say she to be hopeful)
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How cute! I haven't got a Smithi (If I was to get another Brachy it would be an Auratum), but I like them very much.

 

[LauraS]

Cutie! I have two B. smithis. Good choice.

 

[Rockpython]

No offense here, but this is the worst question to ask. This can only be answered by you. I may say one species because I think it's great buto you hate it... price range? Arboreal or terrestrial? NO or OW?

Now, as a beginner, I can recommend "beginner" tarantulas like A. seemani, B. emilia, and L. parahybana.

 

[MiaWolf42]

No offense here, but this is the worst question to ask. This can only be answered by you. I may say one species because I think it's great buto you hate it... price range? Arboreal or terrestrial? NO or OW?

Now, as a beginner, I can recommend "beginner" tarantulas like A. seemani, B. emilia, and L. parahybana.

I was just asking for peoples opinions. I am open minded about tarantulas. There wasn't a wrong answer. I looked for many listed at the event, but their selection was awful. I've owned old and new wold. I was indifferent to arboreal or terrestrial. I enjoyed all the replies. It gave me some ideas for future pets. Hopefully the next event has better variety.