Hello, newbie here. Cobalt Blue tarantula question

[RiZzBoTt]

I wanted to know if there was a specific light I could use to accentuate her (I'm guessing here?) beautiful vibrant blue color. I understand that she will spend most of her time burrowed into the ground but I would still like to have the proper lighting to bring out her beauty when she does decide to come out. Thank you. Here she is. Itsy

 

[NYAN]

Hi. You said in your title that you are a newbie? Is this to tarantulas in general or just here? I hope this isn’t one of your first spiders.

Another thing that I noticed is that the substrate looks pretty shallow and a bit chunky. As you mentioned, this species builds deep burrows.

I wanted to know if there was a specific light I could use to accentuate her (I'm guessing here?) beautiful vibrant blue color.

I just use an LED light for my spiders when taking photos. That works fine for me. I wouldn’t recommend anything to be used for long periods of time such as a lighting system.

 

[RiZzBoTt]

Hi. You said in your title that you are a newbie? Is this to tarantulas in general or just here? I hope this isn’t one of your first spiders.

Another thing that I noticed is that the substrate looks pretty shallow and a bit chunky. As you mentioned, this species builds deep burrows.



I just use an LED light for my spiders when taking photos. That works fine for me. I wouldn’t recommend anything to be used for long periods of time such as a lighting system.

That's what I figured. Thanks for your help. I'll keep it nice and dim for her as much as I can.

 

[Vanessa]

Yes, if that is the substrate that you're using throughout that enclosure, it is definitely not appropriate at all for this species and for burrowing. Forget the bells and whistles, you need to do more of the basics.

 

[RiZzBoTt]

Yes, if that is the substrate that you're using throughout that enclosure, it is definitely not appropriate at all for this species and for burrowing. Forget the bells and whistles, you need to do more of the basics.

Lol, relax. That is what she was brought over to me in. Judgmental much?

 

[Vanessa]

Lol, relax. That is what she was brought over to me in. Judgmental much?

It was brought up in the other response and you failed to address it. Why post an old photo if you have her in a more appropriate setup?

 

[RiZzBoTt]

It was brought up in the other response and you failed to address it. Why post an old photo if you have her in a more appropriate setup?

What difference does it make? She's burrowed in. This was the best pic I had of her. The question was about lighting, not about the enclosure. Are you done yet?

 

[Vanisher]

Very important with lighting is that is should be low light level and not much heat radiating from it. None if possible. LED us best i think, but i stay away from light for tarantula enclosures. I use a handheld light if i wanna look into the enclosures

 

[CommanderBacon]

Lol, relax. That is what she was brought over to me in. Judgmental much?

It really doesn't have so much to do with judgement as with the spider's safety and proper husbandry. Yes, it could burrow in that type of substrate, but chunky chips in substrate can tear her soft abdomen. That type of substrate isn't suitable for any tarantula species, which is why several people have mentioned it. No one was rude about it. No need to get defensive or be rude.

Our primary concern as tarantula keepers is for the tarantula's well-being, not the quality of lighting in your photos.

 

[Asgiliath]

OP, folks here have your spider’s best interest in mind. This place is invaluable if you’re open to criticism and advice. Best to be receptive and not argumentative.

 

[Vanisher]

People just want whats best for the spider, dont take it personal. Yiu said that you are a newbe, and folks only pointed iut that there are better substrate for the dpider to burrow in. If you already had her in a better set-up, swell!!

 

[donniedark0]

Constructive criticism here. No need to get defensive.

Do you have the enclosure set up properly now that you have done some research? That species will be much more defensive if not set up properly. In a sense, with out a deep burrow, the whole cage becomes its hole and opening it up will make it feel very defensive. Recipe for a painful double bite lol.

I use LED cabinet lighting strips where you can set the colors to anything with the click of a button. Sometimes the dark orange , yellow/green or light yellows really make certain colors pop bright. I do this when I want to see them and take pictures. Otherwise, the lights are either OFF or on RED. I dont stress them that long. ( https://www.homedepot.com/p/Commercial-Electric-8-ft-LED-RGB-Under-Cabinet-Light-DT8800-8F/306549375 )

Goodluck with her, she is really really pretty. Those colors look amazing. Nice T

 

[Chris LXXIX]

I don't use 'lights' of all sorts, but it's because I'm @Chris LXXIX, the 'Dr. Strange' of T's, so I accentuate her presence at will





Please note the blood/fluid of the bugger v

 

[Asgiliath]

The topic of display options is interesting considering I’ve seen my C. lividus maybe three times since I bought them.

 

[FrDoc]

Here we go again. I’m new and have a “question”. Hey!!! You, who know what you’re doing from years of experience, gave me some answers! Don’t judge! Relax! What difference does it make?! News Flash!!! Ask a question on a forum, you’re probably gonna get some answers.

 

[RiZzBoTt]

Very important with lighting is that is should be low light level and not much heat radiating from it. None if possible. LED us best i think, but i stay away from light for tarantula enclosures. I use a handheld light if i wanna look into the enclosures

All I was looking for was an answer to the question on what light would bring out her color best.

 

[Vanisher]

I would use something like LED lights as i wrote. I have used it on a few planted enclosures in the past, just to give the plant little more light. It worked well. But i really wouldnt suggest any stronger light than that

 

[RiZzBoTt]

OP, folks here have your spider’s best interest in mind. This place is invaluable if you’re open to criticism and advice. Best to be receptive and not argumentative.

Yes, I like anyone else, would be open to any and all help from you guys. Criticism, not so much. I'm the defensive type. No offense guys.

 

[Brachyfan]

Constructive criticism here. No need to get defensive.

Do you have the enclosure set up properly now that you have done some research? That species will be much more defensive if not set up properly. In a sense, with out a deep burrow, the whole cage becomes its hole and opening it up will make it feel very defensive. Recipe for a painful double bite lol.

I use LED cabinet lighting strips where you can set the colors to anything with the click of a button. Sometimes the dark orange , yellow/green or light yellows really make certain colors pop bright. I do this when I want to see them and take pictures. Otherwise, the lights are either OFF or on RED. I dont stress them that long. ( https://www.homedepot.com/p/Commercial-Electric-8-ft-LED-RGB-Under-Cabinet-Light-DT8800-8F/306549375 )

Goodluck with her, she is really really pretty. Those colors look amazing. Nice T

Great advice!

Cobalt blue is not something to mess around with. I know a guy who got tagged by one and ended up in the emergency room with symptoms lasting for almost two weeks. Rushed out of its burrow in a flash and bit the dude. Guy can't even look at spiders now. No word of a lie. I feel bad for the guy. He was nervous about letting me check out a 1/2" Brachypelma hamorii sling. Don't blame him though. What he described to me sounded excruciating

 

[Kitara]

Holy moley! Is this like life imitates art? Defensive tarantula = defensive owner?

I know a guy who got tagged

Some of the people in this thread got tagged.