Are these guys in pre-molt or what?

[Sono]

I read online that most slings have a dark abdomen if they're in pre-molt. But I'm really not sure if I can looking at them right.

 

[spookyvibes]

None of them appear to be in premolt, I think you’re just looking at the dark patch of urticating setae. Before a molt, the whole abdomen will turn black and you also may notice the legs get darker as well, especially toward the ends.

Also, your enclosures look a little bit too moist, let them dry out a little.

 

[Sono]

None of them appear to be in premolt, I think you’re just looking at the dark patch of urticating setae. Before a molt, the whole abdomen will turn black and you also may notice the legs get darker as well, especially toward the ends.

Also, your enclosures look a little bit too moist, let them dry out a little.

Thank you for the reply. Okay now I know. Oh don't worry it's very hot in here in the Philippines. I guess they will be just fine.

 

[boina]

No, they are not in premolt. And they should eat a bit more before they molt, because otherwise growth will not be possible.

 

[BoyFromLA]

When in pre molt or near molt they’ll be looking somewhat like these:

 

[Sono]

When in pre molt or near molt they’ll be looking somewhat like these:

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I see. Thanks for these. Really helped.