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DKS, or Dyskinetic Syndrome, in tarantulas is not a specific disease but rather a collection of neurological symptoms that severely affect the tarantula's motor functions. It is characterized by:

Jerky, twitchy, or uncoordinated movements

Loss of motor control, making it difficult or impossible for the tarantula to walk, eat, or drink

In some cases, abnormal leg positioning, such as lifting legs above the carapace.


Just saying by definition it's not a disease A disease is something we know the cause of, so DKS would therefore be a disorder.


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