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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Konstantin" data-source="post: 204424" data-attributes="member: 30996">HiI was asking about the size as a rough estimate to let you know about your feeding. Your measurement is fine.You are feeding a little too often.Sling that size I feed every 5 - 7 days,the size crickets you do and wait 7 days after moult to harden off properly before offering pray.Once they moult you csn give them couple quick(2 -3 days) meals tho. It is difficult to overfeed slings in general but as they put some size if you make them too fat it can lead to moult complications. Your sling looks healthy and plump so no need to  feed that often.For handling feeders I use pair of large and small tweezers dependingon the size of the pray.It takes some getting used to but in time you will be like a  nindja catching them.lolLoose feeders are a danger if the tarantula start moulting and the rest of the time if not eaten are just an annoying or stressing factor.They need to be taken out.I see you don't have waterdish too.You can get tattoo ink pots or lego pieces or bottle caps if they fit in  to make sure there is water available. Do not be afraid that your sling will drown.It wont.Regards Konstantin</blockquote>