Hello everyone

[Lunar]

I am new here, and well I will be getting my first Tarantula soon. I for some reason have a high fascination with them since I am actually afraid of spiders. But I want to overcome my fear! After watching many videos on youtube of RobC Jon3800, Haploking, and Moose9900 for months. I decided that I wanted a T. I have kept snakes all my life. Usually loving the Arboreals like Green Tree Pythons. Nonetheless I wanted an arboreal but after careful consideration and a few months of research on many candidates as my first T. I think my first T will be an adult Brachypelma albopilosum. I plan on keeping it on either vermiculite or eco-earth coconut fiber. Haven't decided yet. I also will not be handling any T's, as I do not believe in handling venomous animals of any kind no matter how venomous. But anyways I just wanted to say that and I really think I will love getting into this hobby, and I hope it will be a pleasure getting to know all of you. =D

NOTE : Anything anyone would like to add would be appreciated as well. =D

 

[Audrey16]

Welcome along :clap:

 

[TheTsupreme]

Welcome to a brainwashing addicting hobby

 

[Lunar]

Thanks! Yeah, I have kept snakes my whole life. I sold most of them back in 08. Now I only have two Python regius morphs. =D

So I have room, time, and a little bit of money to get started into a new hobby.

 

[Teal]

Welcome! Great choice for a first T

Now give it a week before you have a dozen of them LOL

 

[Lunar]

Yeah that is what I am afraid of! lol

But I do like them and I plan to get more if this one works out. I really want an OBT (My favorite color is orange) I also like very aggressive animals. When it comes to exotics. So I'm kinda anxious to experience first hand how fast some of the Pterinochilus and Pokey's are.

 

[BrynWilliams]

welcome welcome

Nice choice of a first T, i'm sure that you'll be expanding your collection in no time If I were you, i'd vote getting an OBT first, mainly because they're essentially indestructible when it comes to a setup, their adaptability is just great. Plus they'll often be able to teach you a few bits and pieces about speed and fangs (and wanting hugs)

Yeah that is what I am afraid of! lol

But I do like them and I plan to get more if this one works out. I really want an OBT (My favorite color is orange) I also like very aggressive animals. When it comes to exotics. So I'm kinda anxious to experience first hand how fast some of the pokey's are.

 

[Abby]

Welcome

If you decide getting an OBT I just want to warn you that they are super fast!
I just got one this weekend, and I almost lost it when I tried to put him in his new home

Whatever you read on this board about how fast they are...it's totally true

 

[Lunar]

I thought that too, since I won't be holding any of my T's I wasn't sure if I should get a calm one or not. But I finally settled down on getting a calm one first, and getting used to it for a little while and then after watching them and their body language maybe getting a few more defensive T's

 

[Lunar]

Welcome

If you decide getting an OBT I just want to warn you that they are super fast!
I just got one this weekend, and I almost lost it when I tried to put him in his new home

Whatever you read on this board about how fast they are...it's totally true

Lol, once again, I also and afraid of spiders somewhat, so that could be another reason I don't want to handle one. I don't think I especially want to hold one against my will if they choose that they want to escape or not. That is why I also disregarded a defensive fast T as my first choice.

 

[Abby]

That's a great idea

My first one was a G. rosea and I have learned so much just by watching her.

My little OBT already set up some webbing and I can't see the little bugger anymore.

I'm sure you'll be a pro in no time since having Ts is an addicting hobby. They are just so awesome, and you'll soon understand

I don't handle my Ts. I have a see-through cup and I used that to re-house my G. rosea a few months ago.
I also used it to check on her a few days ago when I thought she was hurt.
I was able to see her from all angles without having to hold her.
I am not afraid of holding her, but I was so afraid she was hurt I didn't want to hold her wrong

 

[AllieCat]

Welcome!!!
I agree, good first choice T! However, don't forget that just because 'most' B. albopilosums are 'docile' not all will be! My first T was a super calm G. pulchra, then I got an albopilosum and she's psychotic!!! She will attack anything!!! She especially likes to go after then stream of water when I'm filling her dish! LOL!!!

Warning: This is a very addictive hobby!!! You have been warned!!!!

You will love the attitude of an OBT when you get one. But like everyone said, do relax too much - they are FAST!!!!!!!!!! Like lightspeed fast!!

Welcome again! Everyone here is so nice and will answer any question you have!!!

 

[Mvskokee]

Welcome.Give it a few months and you will be hooked!