Pelinobius muticus growth rate and cares info questions

sahand

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How is Pelinobius muticus growth rate given perfect diet, and room temp. Is it OBT fast or more like a G.rosea ?

I am thinking of buying one, but i don't like Ts who take a long time( 3+ years) to get to the 5" mark. So do you guys think i should go for a 1" sling or buy larger Juvi or a young adult?
 

Ceratogyrus

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SLOW. :) Raised a male from sling to adult in around 4 years.

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sahand

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thx...then i guess I'll wait to find an adult one. 4 years is a lot...i might not even be in the hobby then:d
 

korg

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I was going to encourage you to get a muticus sling anyway, because they impart real patience and an appreciation for the species that isn't quite the same with the "one year to mature" type tarantulas. However, they are probably not for you if you're doubting how long you will even be staying in the hobby...
 

spiderengineer

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thats the great thing about this species is their beauty and growth rate. nothing is more rewarding than raising one of these from a sling and getting a gorgeous mature female after all that time.
 

sahand

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I was going to encourage you to get a muticus sling anyway, because they impart real patience and an appreciation for the species that isn't quite the same with the "one year to mature" type tarantulas. However, they are probably not for you if you're doubting how long you will even be staying in the hobby...
hey I have nothing against the hobby, infact I love it, its just that i cant predict my future.
 
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Poec54

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hey I have nothing against the hobby, infact I love it, its just that i cant predict my future.
Have you tried psychics, horoscopes, oui jui boards, and fortune tellers? Perhaps a good gypsy with references.
 

McGuiverstein

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I know the slow growth rate is one of the things I found intriguing about them. While many other OWs grow pretty quickly, P. muticus takes it's good old time and really makes the wait worth while in my opinion. Just got a beautiful little 1" sling yesterday and I'm hyped to see it grow. I have it in an enclosure that's too deep for it, but I want it to be able to dig until it can't dig anymore haha. This guy is already one of my favorites in my collection. Looks just like a miniature version of his adult counterparts
 

Ceratogyrus

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I am planning on keeping a few of my slings when they get to 2nd instar now, so will revive this thread in 7 years time when the female mature. Even the eggs take ages to get to 2nd instar. Mine have been 1st instar for at least 3 weeks already and show no signs of darkening.

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sahand

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I know the slow growth rate is one of the things I found intriguing about them. While many other OWs grow pretty quickly, P. muticus takes it's good old time and really makes the wait worth while in my opinion. Just got a beautiful little 1" sling yesterday and I'm hyped to see it grow. I have it in an enclosure that's too deep for it, but I want it to be able to dig until it can't dig anymore haha. This guy is already one of my favorites in my collection. Looks just like a miniature version of his adult counterparts
thats awesome

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Have you tried psychics, horoscopes, oui jui boards, and fortune tellers? Perhaps a good gypsy with references.
no our psychics here aren't as accurate as the one in Naples...
 

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I am planning on keeping a few of my slings when they get to 2nd instar now, so will revive this thread in 7 years time when the female mature. Even the eggs take ages to get to 2nd instar. Mine have been 1st instar for at least 3 weeks already and show no signs of darkening.

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I see you logged on a couple months ago. Wanted to bump this in case you see it and see how your slings are coming along. I know, it's only been three years and a few months, but consider it a progress report haha. Thanks.
 

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Haha, no worries, a couple years is a long time. Plans change. Thanks for replying anyway!
 

curtisgiganteus

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I eventually sold off the slings and only kept the original female. :(
Reviving this for a breeding question. I’ve heard they aren’t the easiest species to breed. I recently came into possession of a 3” female and was hoping to breed her in a few years. What’s the trick? And will a 2” male mature before she’s ready?
 
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