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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Combat Advantage" data-source="post: 177104" data-attributes="member: 33095">Next: I mentioned a couple credentials so you know where I'm coming from. I'm not trying to come across as a dad, because I don't know you, and your age, etc. However, if you or anyone reading this is a teenager, I would just humble myself and realize that I need more experience before messing with needless risks. I don't know if you could possibly loose a finger over a bite? No idea, and no time to look it up. My breaks about over. Maybe its just minor swelling and tissue damage? Judging from the video that I'll post for you by a very experienced keeper... someone who has a better collection than a big zoo, he has serious concerns for an escape....for whatever reason.?? He goes into lots if details. Notice that he, an uber experienced mature arachnifile, (is that a word?), had an escaped giant hissing c-roach, bearded dragon, cat got in while the dragon and obt was out, etc. The dragon could have been history. Big regret. His missing obt was found inches from his face. (Was it staged to make an exciting video? Probably, but he pulled it off well.)  I think the whole video was a short docudrama to show that even a pro like him can have a sleepless night, distractions, forgetfulness, and a bad day on occasion.It can happen to anyone. He made himself look foolish to make his point IF I'm correct.Anyhow, if a bite occurs, what's the worse that could happen? I don't know. Maybe ask Coyote Peterson.  LOL!  This is The Dark Den[MEDIA=youtube]QLZlc4npBfM:322[/MEDIA]Have a great day and hope you enjoy whatever decision you make!</blockquote>

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