Tom's Big Spiders - Tarantulas and Inverts

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Tom's Big Spiders - Tarantulas and Inverts

A podcast devoted to the proper care and upkeep of tarantulas and other inverts. After keeping a G. porteri for over 16 years, I decided that I wanted to add another tarantula to my collection. Several years later, I now keep over 100 specimens and 90+ different species. It’s safe to say that I am now completely addicted to the hobby. I’m NOT an expert, and I’m currently still learning about keeping these fascinating creatures. In fact, there are so many species, that I suspect that I’ll still be learning years from now. A teacher by trade, I enjoy passing along what I’ve information and techniques I’ve discovered and helping others in their successful pursuit of this hobby. I enjoy hearing from folks, whether through comments on the blog or email. I have done and continue to do a lot of research, and I will only be discussing animals I personally keep, so the information I present should be current and accurate.

  1. Tarantula Handling: Some Things to Consider

    2 DAYS AGO

    Tarantula Handling: Some Things to Consider

    After years of tarantula handling falling out of vogue, it seems that more and more folks are now holding their eight-legged wards. Why the change? In this episode, we'll break down why there is a resurgence in this practice and discuss the pros and cons of handling vs. not handling.

    58 min
  2. Sprucing Up A Tarantula Enclosure without Rehousing

    17 NOV

    Sprucing Up A Tarantula Enclosure without Rehousing

    First, we discuss the recent tarantula smuggling incident in Peru.Then, I'll share some tips on how to fix up tarantula enclosures without having to rehouse the spider. Has your substrate settled and is now too shallow? Does your spider need more coverage? Did the cork bark hide collapse? Here are some things that you can do.

    56 min
  3. Tarantula Questions That I Find a Bit Frustrating

    10 NOV

    Tarantula Questions That I Find a Bit Frustrating

    When did you first start keeping Old World tarantulas? For the first half of this podcast, we'll hear some listener responses to last week's episode.Then, I've been answering questions about tarantulas for over a decade, and I often get the same questions over and over...and that's okay. I've had folks ask me if I ever get annoyed by that. Truth be told, there are only a handful of questions that I find a bit frustrating. In these cases, it's usually because there is no quick answer. In this ...

    57 min
  4. Do Spiders Dream? and "Old World Tarantula Anxiety"

    3 NOV

    Do Spiders Dream? and "Old World Tarantula Anxiety"

    First, we discuss a recent article that questions whether spiders can sleep and even dream.Then, why do many keepers feel so anxious about possibly keeping Old World tarantulas? We'll discuss how keeper attitudes about Old World species have change from the '80s and '90s to now.

    51 min
  5. The "Mysterious" T. albopilosus or Curly Hair Tarantula

    20 OCT

    The "Mysterious" T. albopilosus or Curly Hair Tarantula

    The Tliltocatl albopilosus is one of the most established, popular, and widely-kept species in the hobby. However, ask ten different keepers about their experiences with the growth rate, behavior, and temperament of this species, and you're likely to get ten different responses. In this episode, we'll discuss this awesome species and why there seems to be so much variation in its care and husbandry.

    50 min
  6. Tarantula Prices - Why Are These Things So Expensive?

    13 OCT

    Tarantula Prices - Why Are These Things So Expensive?

    After some listener comments and spider news, we'll discuss why some tarantulas are so expensive.

    50 min
  7. Feedback on Defensive Tarantulas and the "Heart Attack Pack"!

    6 OCT

    Feedback on Defensive Tarantulas and the "Heart Attack Pack"!

    First off, we discuss a story about noble false widow spiders preying upon much larger vertebrate prey. Then, it's onto listener feedback on the last episode about my most defensive tarantulas.Finally, this week I received my "Heart Attack Pack" from Fear Not Tarantulas, and I discuss what I received.FIND THE HEART ATTACK PACK HERE!

    58 min
  8. The Most Defensive Tarantula Species I've Kept

    29 SEPT

    The Most Defensive Tarantula Species I've Kept

    First, we start off with some listener feedback. Then, we'll discuss some recent spider news before we get to the main topic. I've been asked many times over the years which species of tarantulas that I've raised have been the most defensive. My answer may surprise you!

    57 min
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A podcast devoted to the proper care and upkeep of tarantulas and other inverts. After keeping a G. porteri for over 16 years, I decided that I wanted to add another tarantula to my collection. Several years later, I now keep over 100 specimens and 90+ different species. It’s safe to say that I am now completely addicted to the hobby. I’m NOT an expert, and I’m currently still learning about keeping these fascinating creatures. In fact, there are so many species, that I suspect that I’ll still be learning years from now. A teacher by trade, I enjoy passing along what I’ve information and techniques I’ve discovered and helping others in their successful pursuit of this hobby. I enjoy hearing from folks, whether through comments on the blog or email. I have done and continue to do a lot of research, and I will only be discussing animals I personally keep, so the information I present should be current and accurate.

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