How can I minimize the chances of my male tarantula being chomped while mating?

[SkittleBunny]

It's finally time to pair my curly hair tarantulas. My female was fed heavily during the preparation period, and my male has finished three sperm webs/destroyed them, (over a period of 19 days) and currently spends all of his time gently drumming around his enclosure. Today is the day I pair them, and I would like tips on how to keep my beloved Stiffler (specimen 001) from becoming dinner on the first, or any pairing.

 

[KezyGLA]

Cross your fingers and toes


Be on guard with a brush to intervene.

 

[Trenor]

Feeding her and him both is the best thing you can do. After that it's just kinda luck how things go.

Good luck.

 

[Nightstalker47]

Introduce the male on the opposite side of the females enclosure, let him make his way to her. Do not prod him/her during the process and let them do their thing, patience is key.

If she starts acting aggressively then remove the male and try again another day.

Tapping is always a good sign, from both parties. If the female remains unresponsive or "freezes" with little to no movement she may lash out and attack the male.

Good luck!