Is my tarantula about to molt?

[Alabamabones]

So for a few days my tarantula has been sitting on a little web she made on the floor and she isnt as aggressive towards the crickets as usual, is she preparing to molt?

 

[CritterKeeper79]

Yes, it’s highly likely.

 

[Alabamabones]

Yes, it’s highly likely.

Thank you, i had a feeling but had to make sure cause im new to taking care of tarantulas and im not sure of all their behaviours

 

[Oursapoil]

Thank you, i had a feeling but had to make sure cause im new to taking care of tarantulas and im not sure of all their behaviours

A picture would help to confirm but I would immediately remove all the preys (crickets here) from the enclosure as they can arm or even kill your T while it’ll molt.

 

[octanejunkie]

If your T is indeed in premolt and not eating please remove all food items, living or dead, and make sure it has access to clean fresh water

 

[Alabamabones]

If your T is indeed in premolt and not eating please remove all food items, living or dead, and make sure it has access to clean fresh water

Should i have the water in a dish?

 

[octanejunkie]

Should i have the water in a dish?

What the other option?

Yes. Water.dish, bottle cap.

 

[Oursapoil]

Should i have the water in a dish?

Hello,
You have some great books about T’s husbandry basics, YouTube videos as well. I would recommend to get or watch a few, it is the perfect way to ensure that your T will have the best conditions to strive.