Cobalt Blue Sling

[FezTheImmigrant]

Hey guys! So I just bought a Cobalt Blue sling just yesterday. I was wondering if you guys could give me some of your care guides for these buddies. I do know that they are supposed to have moderately high humidity with good ventilation. Is there any other quirks I should be aware of? Thanks!

 

[Serpyderpy]

Disregard anything about humidity, just keep the substrate moist and make sure you have enough ventilation. From the looks of that tub, there isn't much side ventilation at all.

I assume by Cobalt Blue you mean Haplopelma lividum. Old world species. They're skittish and defensive. They like to dig, as well. From your post history it seems you've only had new worlds before this one. Good luck.

 

[FezTheImmigrant]

Disregard anything about humidity, just keep the substrate moist and make sure you have enough ventilation. From the looks of that tub, there isn't much side ventilation at all.

I assume by Cobalt Blue you mean Haplopelma lividum. Old world species. They're skittish and defensive. They like to dig, as well. From your post history it seems you've only had new worlds before this one. Good luck.

Thanks! I'll get some side ventilation in there right now. I decided to take a leap with an Old World. Almost bought and OBT but decided I wasn't quite ready for that jump yet.

 

[Arachnophoric]

A flying leap into OWs, that's for sure - there are definitely better species to have started off with for a number of reasons (visibility, temperament, etc.). For future reference, please try to avoid impulse purchases and get your research/information prior to acquiring the T - that way you're informed and ready to rock from the get-go rather than buy now ask later. These guys have nasty venom and aren't afraid to use it, and having things go sideways while dealing with one can be an incredibly humbling experience.

You'll probably have minimal issues with this T as long as you provide it deep, moist substrate, since it'll do as C. lividus do and just become a pet hole. Fast growers, as with most OWs. No special quirks to speak of - they're your run of the mill Asian fossorial. The fun will be when you have to dig up and rehouse that bad boy, so I hope you're ready for it.

 

[Enrgy]

Thanks! I decided to take a leap with an Old World. Almost bought and OBT but decided I wasn't quite ready for that jump yet.

but these have worse venom than obts and are even more defensive lol. plz stop believing the stereotype about obts being evil, they're no different from any other OW, (defensive and fast with a nasty bite). but about ur c.lividus, they need deep moist substrate and u will rarely see it if u house it appropriately as Phoric has said, and the real trouble is when you'll have to rehouse it. i also think u shud go ahead and rehouse it into something much taller/larger since this is a fossorial species and to also keep the amount of interactions you'll have with the spider to a minimum. u will also notice it is VERY fast compared to wut ur used to, and u are to never underestimate it. gud luk

Edit: next time plz always do ur research before a purchase

 

[FezTheImmigrant]

A flying leap into OWs, that's for sure - there are definitely better species to have started off with for a number of reasons (visibility, temperament, etc.). For future reference, please try to avoid impulse purchases and get your research/information prior to acquiring the T - that way you're informed and ready to rock from the get-go rather than buy now ask later. These guys have nasty venom and aren't afraid to use it, and having things go sideways while dealing with one can be an incredibly humbling experience.

You'll probably have minimal issues with this T as long as you provide it deep, moist substrate, since it'll do as C. lividus do and just become a pet hole. Fast growers, as with most OWs. No special quirks to speak of - they're your run of the mill Asian fossorial. The fun will be when you have to dig up and rehouse that bad boy, so I hope you're ready for it.

Yeah it was definitely an impulse purchase. I knew I probably should have done more research before buying it.

 

[Arachnophoric]

Yeah it was definitely an impulse purchase. I knew I probably should have done more research before buying it.

I'd change that probably to a definitely, you should never bring a new animal home before knowing how to properly care for it.

What species of tarantula have you kept, if I may ask? All I can find are your threads about the C. versicolor that took nearly half a year to start eating again and the G. pulchra that passed away. I sincerely hope those aren't the only two tarantulas you've had experience with, or else you're not going to be prepared for your new sling at all. Neither of those species hold a candle to C. lividus in terms of speed and defensiveness, let alone venom potency in the event that you get tagged. It may be a small, shy sling now, but adults generally aren't afraid to try and take a bite out of you when you're messing with them, for whatever reason that may be.

The only bright side I can see to you having picked C. lividus is the fact that you'll probably just about never see anything more than its legs outside of rehouses when it's properly housed. And when it does come time to rehouse, watch videos on how to do it. Tom Moran on YouTube has some really good videos on how to deal with rehousing OW fossorials.

I hope you're a fast learner, my friend, because OW tarantulas aren't very forgiving of mistakes.

 

[FrDoc]

I’m pretty sure the OP is now aware of the fact things should have been approached differently, but what’s done is done and he needs some sound guidance. @FezTheImmigrant start doing your homework now. You’ve already taken the very positive initial step of asking for help here. Listen to folks who keep C. lividus and similar specimens. @Arachnophoric provided excellent advise about the spider’s general disposition (very reclusive), and recommending Tom Moran’s videos (he has one specifically dealing with rehousing C. lividus). However, just as was stated above about the hype surrounding OBT’s, the same applies to OW’s. Use common sense, learn about it, and treat it with all due respect. Make sure it always has a place to get away from you, i.e., a burrow, and you’ll both be the happier for it. Your decision to obtain a sling will also allow for you “grow” along with your specimen. Now, begin to enjoy your very cool acquisition.

 

[Dman]

Yeah it was definitely an impulse purchase. I knew I probably should have done more research before buying it.

Yep you messed up and made too large of a leap. Only one thing to do. You must send me that T. Immediately and I will relieve you of your responsibility. Hey someone has to step and assist this youngster.