Hair Flicking question!!?

[new2tarantulas]

Ok so I just got my mexican fire leg today and when i was putting her in the new enclosure she started flicking like crazy!!!! I used a ink pen to just nudge her with and now my hands are breaking out with a couple of lil bumps that kinda look like mesquito bite and its red! Is this from the hair flicking?Thanks

 

[Nada]

yep.

 

[new2tarantulas]

What Can I do it stop the itch LOL! How far can they flick the hairs? bc i got some on the bend of my arm

 

[Nada]

Wait. Milk and tape(seperately) supposedly work. depending on the species they can spread em pretty far. I've been hit by a Blondi from 4' away. Boehmei can get you from a couple feet too.

 

[Tgirl1010]

Unfortunately that species is known for being flicky and itchy. I have heard Benadryl can help some too. Never use hot water to rinse after you have been haired. Use cold. I have heard duct tape can help too. I personally haven't been haired but I don't think it could hurt to try some tape

 

[new2tarantulas]

yea I washed with cold soap n water and then took a shower! Not itching anymore. This is my first experience with tarantulas! I dont care about the hair she is amazing LOL