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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Chubbs" data-source="post: 53619" data-attributes="member: 1084"><p>Well see tarantulas really don't care for light, so having one right over the tank or point in at it is not really a good idea. I don't handle mine partially because I keep a lot of fast/highly defensive/ potent species, but mainly because it is too hazardous and does more harm than it does good. Just keep in mind that Grammastola (Rose hairs in particular) are known for being somewhat moody at times. Everything else I think was covered in the previous post. Bone dry substrate is a must have with this species as was pointed out. I don't use sponges in water dishes because they're a great host for all kinds of bacteria and fungi. Personally I would save a 10 Gal for a larger species and keep one this size in a 5 Gal but that's not entirely necessary. Just something to keep in mind for the future.</p></blockquote><p></p>