Best T info

[pelo]

I'm heading to Chapters later today.What's the "bible" on T raising in captivity or related reading?....peace...

 

[alidpayne]

"The Tarantula Keeper's Guide" by Stan & Marguerite Schultz is commonly known as the bible on raising and taking care of tarantulas.

 

[Godzilla2000]

Originally posted by alidpayne
"The Tarantula Keeper's Guide" by Stan & Marguerite Schultz is commonly known as the bible on raising and taking care of tarantulas.

I second this selection. I own the book myself and I've found it very informative.

 

[Buspirone]

The TKG is hands down the most in depth book available and will cover all aspects of the hobby in great detail. Its a must have if you plan to keep more than a couple Tarantulas but I would recommend "Tarantulas and Other Arachnids" by Sam Marshall to be your first book. It contains all the information you will need or want as a general introduction to the care of tarantulas in a much shorter read and IMHO a better structured format for the beginner. It also contains some good brief descriptions of common pet tarantula species and has some beautiful color photographs. The book makes a great primer for The TKG and gives you a quicker understanding of what you NEED to know as a newbie and is cheaper and generally more available at book and pet stores.

 

[luther]

You can download an addendum and erratum and update to the Tarantula Keeper's Guide from Shultz's web site at:

http://www.acs.ucalgary.ca/~schultz/aftermarket.html

 

[pelo]

ordered

Thanks for the quick responses.Just got back from Chapters....ordered them both....peace...