New tarantula owner

[Nastyjabs]

Hey guys! So I went to a reptile show in Pasadena, CA this past weekend and picked up a couple tarantulas. I've never owned tarantulas before but I've wanted to get one as a pet. After begging and pleading with my wife she finally caved and let me buy one...so naturally I bought two, lol. I pretty much knew what I wanted and ended up with two Arizona Blonds(Aphonopelma Chalcodes). I originally wanted one but the breeder offered me a second smaller one for an extra $10...I couldn't say no to that! Anyways, they're both absolute sweethearts and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. My wife's initial reaction when she saw them was "You couldn't get a pretty colorful one?"(she's crazy, they're gorgeous) lucky for me she's warmed up to them and actually wants to get more! SCORE! Oh btw, since they're Blonds ones named Marilyn and the other is Monroe.

 

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Hey guys! So I went to a reptile show in Pasadena, CA this past weekend and picked up a couple tarantulas. I've never owned tarantulas before but I've wanted to get one as a pet. After begging and pleading with my wife she finally caved and let me buy one...so naturally I bought two, lol. I pretty much knew what I wanted and ended up with two Arizona Blonds(Aphonopelma Chacodes). I originally wanted one but the breeder offered me a second smaller one for an extra $10...I couldn't say no to that! Anyways, they're both absolute sweethearts and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. My wife's initial reaction when she saw them was "You couldn't get a pretty colorful one?"(she's crazy, they're gorgeous) lucky for me she's warmed up to them and actually wants to get more! SCORE! Oh btw, since they're Blonds ones named Marilyn and the other is Monroe. View attachment 20363 View attachment 20363

I have two female chalcodes. I love them. Nice purchases. Now, new species!

 

[Nastyjabs]

I have two female chalcodes. I love them. Nice purchases. Now, new species!

Thank you! I've already done sooo much research on different Ts and I think I might have my next couple species narrowed down. I really like the Curly Hair(how could you not?) Brazilian Black and the Costa Rican Zebra.

 

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Thank you! I've already done sooo much research on different Ts and I think I might have my next couple species narrowed down. I really like the Curly Hair(how could you not?) Brazilian Black and the Costa Rican Zebra.

I have the first two of the three!

 

[Nastyjabs]

I have the first two of the three!

Oh cool how do you like them? would you recommend one over the other??

 

[Nastyjabs]

I'm gonna fly in and recommend an A.Genic!

Cool I'll be sure to check that species out! There's another reptile show(world's largest supposedly) here Jan 7-8th which will most likely be when we get more Ts. So I got a couple months to decide...of course that could all go out the window when I get there and see what they have to offer lol

 

[MassExodus]

You should take a look at Phormictopus, Pamphobeteus, and Theraphosa. And Lasiodora. And all the Brachypelma. You have alot to look at

 

[Nastyjabs]

You should take a look at Phormictopus, Pamphobeteus, and Theraphosa. And Lasiodora. And all the Brachypelma. You have alot to look at

Cool thank you! Looks like I have a lot more research to do!

 

[Enn49]

Hi, welcome to the addiction, it sounds as though you're already well on the way . A look through the media on here and you'll soon find loads to tempt you.

 

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Oh cool how do you like them? would you recommend one over the other??

I really like them both. Apples and oranges really. Among Curlyhairs, the Nicaraguans are very fluffy. Many WC, but slings starting to appear. Pulchra is sleek and beautiful and also expensive. Both species are easy to keep, eat well, and stay out.

 

[Kymura]

Among Curlyhairs, the Nicaraguans are very fluffy.

Only thing actually left on my personal wish list is a couple of these..

 

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Only thing actually left on my personal wish list is a couple of these..

I have Nic slings born in June that are at the 3/4" DLS. A relief once any Ts are >1/2". They dig extensively in their vials.

 

[Kymura]

I have Nic slings born in June that are at the 3/4" DLS. A relief once any Ts are >1/2". They dig extensively in their vials.

For sale?

 

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For sale?

If I had extra, I'd sell to you for cheap gladly but I'm keeping them for hopeful breeding stock with adults I have.

HOWEVER! My buddy Joe Iacuzzi I bet still has some left. He's a good guy. PM me, and I'll give you his contact info if you'd like.

 

[Kymura]

If I had extra, I'd sell to you for cheap gladly but I'm keeping them for hopeful breeding stock with adults I have.

HOWEVER! My buddy Joe Iacuzzi I bet still has some left. He's a good guy. PM me, and I'll give you his contact info if you'd like.

Awesome hun thanks.

 

[Nastyjabs]

Welcome to the Group NJ...............................................LC72UK

Thank you!