Darlingi has colonized a drain.

[Misty Day]

I find it interesting how it survived in a presumably high humidity environment. I always thought they were sensitive to humidity like Avics.

 

[Bugmom]

as for not washing him away ud be shocked how well they grip walls plus tech the drain doesnt fill compleatly with water [id hope]

im shocked hes ok sense youv washed the dogs o.0 [flea bath im asusming]

Just regular dog shampoo. My dogs don't get fleas and have only had ticks once. A week in a flea collar fixed that.

But there's been human and dog shampoo, conditioner, body wash, shaving cream, dish soap, and even toilet bowl cleaner going down that drain.

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[sdsnybny]

That's one tuff drain T!!
maybe a new name is in order?
Kohler...Moen......Delta....Danzer...Elkay....Franke...etc.

 

[dementedlullaby]

I got him! Video coming soon.

Things I've learned:
1. Spiders are jerks.
2. C. darlingi can apparently survive anywhere.
3. Superworms don't like thread tied to them.
4. Spider fishing needs to be a thing.
5. Tape lids. When in doubt, add more tape.

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LOL this post (and thread in general) made me smile . Glad you got the little bugger! I cannot wait to see the video.

 

[cold blood]

But there's been human and dog shampoo, conditioner, body wash, shaving cream, dish soap, and even toilet bowl cleaner going down that drain.

None of that really surprises me, EXCEPT the toilet bowl cleaner...that stuff's harsh, I would have expected that to kill a t.

 

[Bugmom]

That's one tuff drain T!!
maybe a new name is in order?
Kohler...Moen......Delta....Danzer...Elkay....Fran ke...etc.

HAHAHAHA, YES! I'm going to have to look at what the brand is in that bathroom.

None of that really surprises me, EXCEPT the toilet bowl cleaner...that stuff's harsh, I would have expected that to kill a t.

So would I.

I'm going to be scratching my head over this T's tenacity when I'm 80.

Edited to add the video:
https://youtu.be/f7zXRLEriWY

 

[walshs2]

My favorite part of the video is in your acknowledgments you said your husband knew you 'came with a lot of legs'. HAHA, my future husband better be prepared for lots of eight legged children.

 

[sdsnybny]

ROFLMAO!!!

Excuse me but I see the Warden coming, you have your Tarantula fishing license with you.
Whats the size limit for that species? Is there a slot limit regulation. :sarcasm:

 

[edgeofthefreak]

ROFLMAO!!!

Excuse me but I see the Warden coming, you have your Tarantula fishing license with you.
Whats the size limit for that species? Is there a slot limit regulation. :sarcasm:

Take the fine, there's no way she's throwin it back.

 

[cold blood]

:clap: That was freaking AWESOME!!

It looked so fun I just let mine into the tub...going fishing tomorrow!!!:laugh:

I liked how you claimed victory human 1- spider 0

Actually after, what 80 days, I'd say the spider had far more victories....congrats on wining the battle!

Seriously though, that was one of the best fishing shows I've seen in a while....Take that Bill Dance!:laugh:

Thanks for videoing it:clap::clap::clap:

 

[mmfh]

That was just GREAT!!! I was truly laughing at that poor little worm just giving up on life !! Congratulations on your success and kudos for your tenacity.

 

[Storm76]

Awesome vid! This will will get likely many views and serves as an examply just how resilient they can be! He did look really hungry thought considering the speed he raced out there to get a hold of that poor worm before it disappeared on him

Congrats

 

[MrDave]

That is an awesome vid. So happy you got him back. Now, we should go back to the plumbing diagrams to figure out where it was hiding when the draino was dumped...

 

[Ellenantula]

Agreed with all else -- amazing story, video and success! And I love the idea of naming him after whatever bathroom hardware you have. Or Drano.

 

[sdsnybny]

That is an awesome vid. So happy you got him back. Now, we should go back to the plumbing diagrams to figure out where it was hiding when the draino was dumped...

Probably in the overflow tube, good humidity but high and dry from chemicals other than fumes. kinda an ideal hide/burrow.

 

[Blueandbluer]

Oh my god, that video was even better than I could have imagined. Thank you so much for sharing it. I cackled so loudly I spooked my almost deaf cat, and then had to show the vid to my husband, who also loved it.

I told The Luggage not to get any funny ideas.

 

[MrCrackerpants]

Awesome!!

 

[pyro fiend]

dispite the positioning of the vid at times.. still entertaining to watch lmaoo

 

[Bugmom]

dispite the positioning of the vid at times.. still entertaining to watch lmaoo

I'd have used my actual camcorder if it had been charged. But glad you liked it.

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[pyro fiend]

I'd have used my actual camcorder if it had been charged. But glad you liked it.

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no problem im sure it was Adrenalin filled as well. i didnt mind. kinda expected a mini pod mount tho tbh XD idky ^_^ still loved it XD