Yes absolutely, I’ve only had the T since March and it’s already molted twice with me, I’m going to do some research on how to open up the molt for better inspection
Yes absolutely, I’ve only had the T since March and it’s already molted twice with me, I’m going to do some research on how to open up the molt for better inspection
It's very easy. Basically expose the inside of the abdomen and get a nice clear pic between the top set of book lungs. There are lots if examples in the gallery and a dedicated section for it.
In my picture thread I have a few examples of a moult collage I try to do for all mine. The collage consists of:
1. The spider in there new "clothes"
2. Spermathecae
3. DLS (Diagonal Leg Span)
4. Sucking stomach. Many overlook this but I like to check as if the sucking stomach is not attached, it can sometimes cause drinking and eating issues post moult. So it's just for peace of mind. It looks like a seed on a piece of thread.
It's very easy. Basically expose the inside of the abdomen and get a nice clear pic between the top set of book lungs. There are lots if examples in the gallery and a dedicated section for it.
In my picture thread I have a few examples of a moult collage I try to do for all mine. The collage consists of:
1. The spider in there new "clothes"
2. Spermathecae
3. DLS (Diagonal Leg Span)
4. Sucking stomach. Many overlook this but I like to check as if the sucking stomach is not attached, it can sometimes cause drinking and eating issues post moult. So it's just for peace of mind. It looks like a seed on a piece of thread.
Ahhhh thank you! Very helpful information, I’ll check back once molted again!!
My main issue is I end up breaking the molt but is that because it’s so small still? Does it get easier as they grow bigger?
Ahhhh thank you! Very helpful information, I’ll check back once molted again!!
My main issue is I end up breaking the molt but is that because it’s so small still? Does it get easier as they grow bigger?
Yeah it does get easier. Try spraying with water and leaving for about 30 mins as that helps it stay supple. You often need to put a tissue on the area between the top set of book lungs for the pic though, as water creates a lot of light glare. This light glare stops being able to see the "business end" especially on younger sprecimens.
Yeah it does get easier. Try spraying with water and leaving for about 30 mins as that helps it stay supple. You often need to put a tissue on the area between the top set of book lungs for the pic though, as water creates a lot of light glare. This light glare stops being able to see the "business end" especially on younger sprecimens.
ahhh okay! I will definitely try this next time! Last time I used water but maybe too much because it fell apart I’ll try your tips next time thank you so much for your help
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