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Message: <blockquote data-quote="kassaykat" data-source="post: 211356" data-attributes="member: 38520"><p>I became somewhat obsessed with spiders when I found an Olios Giganteus hanging of the side of my cats water bowl getting a drink. She was probably 2.5”+ across and missing two legs. It surprised even me that instead of being scared I was fascinated with her! And being that I have 10 cats, I feared for her safety. So I put her in a tank and she lived with me even munched a couple of bugs in captivity for a little over 6 weeks I suspect she was towards the end of her lifespan. But I fell in love with her and even though it’s been over a month I’m still heartbroken that she passed. Anyways I’m looking to get a pet Tarantula now that is hardy and lives a long time. I really would prefer a full grown one and not a juvenile. I’ve done some research and decided on the Brazilian Black (Grammostola pulchra) as the best fit. And have been looking. I found one on craigslist (because I’m kind of afraid to have them shipped, and I want a female) that is 10 yrs old and about 5-6 in leg span. They are asking $400. That seems a bit high to me especially when it’s 10 but really have no idea. I’m including a picture that was in the ad. Appreciate any advise. Thanks in advance!</p></blockquote><p></p>