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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Whitelightning777" data-source="post: 131623" data-attributes="member: 26980">Feeding vertebrates is often done but never a good idea. Some feel that the calcium in the bones can cause molting problems or wet molts but no one has proven it.The main reason not to is that they can fight back and injure the tarantula. Pinkies would therefore make more sense then adults.If you want to use a slightly larger then normal feeder, try an Earth worm.  My Pamphobeteus and my Lasiodora both love those. My scorpion also appreciates them as well, but usually just likes to kill hissing roaches at the same size she is. The other benefit of Earth worms is that they lack any ability to bite or nibble on a tarantula. Still, they aren't probably a good thing for regular feedings, just the first feeding post most and maybe once a month as a treat.</blockquote>