Is this a decent tank?

[mconnachan]

Yeah, I think you are right, that particular tank does seem to have a few cons. I thought it would be a good tank because it seems to have a lot of room.

It doesn't look suitable for a tarantula of any description, where are the vents, how does it open, it looks like a millionaires bread bin...lol. It may be suitable for a small reptile, but looking again I still don't see any pros only cons - the price for starters a con.

 

[mconnachan]

I can't estimate this enclosure at all, they aren't available here .

Even so, very nice enclosure, exactly how I would make one if I had the materials and the CNC machinery. Best looking enclosure I've seen for sale in a long time, has everything you need in all the right places. Not available to me either.

 

[The Grym Reaper]

I can't estimate this enclosure at all, they aren't available here .

Even so, very nice enclosure, exactly how I would make one if I had the materials and the CNC machinery. Best looking enclosure I've seen for sale in a long time, has everything you need in all the right places. Not available to me either.

Closest we've got to that is these (they also ship to the EU for £12.99), not massively keen on the sliding lid though. https://www.reptiles.swelluk.com/swell-acrylic-reptile-display-box/

 

[KezyGLA]

Closest we've got to that is these (they also ship to the EU for £12.99), not massively keen on the sliding lid though. https://www.reptiles.swelluk.com/swell-acrylic-reptile-display-box/

I have several of these actual Habistat enclosures. They are fantastic for smaller terrestrials

 

[Moakmeister]

Most people make their own enclosures. Not only is it more cheap, but it's more fun and it gives the tarantula hobby an even more unique and homemade feel to it. I used this Hobby Lobby display case that measures 8x6x5 inches for my 3 inch G. pulchripes. Just drill some airholes along the sides, not the top, since that will prevent you from being able to stack enclosures. A hole on the top would make feedings easier, though, since you'll be able to drop feeders in without taking off the lid, something I wish I'd thought of.

G.pulchripes new home

• Moakmeister
• May 19, 2017
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Finally got around to rehousing my G. pulchripes. I think he's gonna like it in there

 

[Jmanbeing93]

@Moakmeister

Cool idea, I like it. I am looking for something that can house like an adult b.vagans or p.imperator easily. What size tank would you recommend for that?

 

[Walker253]

https://www.amazon.com/Exo-Terra-Ha...UTF8&qid=1497180936&sr=1-5&keywords=exo+terra

Is this a decent tank for a tarantula/scorpion, the dimensions are 30 x 30 x 45 cm. What could I potentially put in a tank like the Exo Terra Habisphere?

I looked at the dims without clicking the link, it basically shows 12x12x18. I'm thinking large arboreal. Then I click the link. They show measurements funny. I look at it and think dart frogs. Walla expand the pic and that's what is in it.

Don't waste your money on that. You want to house an adult B vagans and want a good display? At worst, go buy a 5 gallon and a metal mesh lid (not screen) for probably 25 bucks. Spend less and buy a large Critter Keeper for about 12 bucks. If you want to spend a lot, drop about 80 on a Jamies enclosure. Even for 2 bucks, buy a shoebox container (not good for display though).

Don't waste big bucks on that thing. Crap with the extra $$$, but another T with another enclosure

 

[Jmanbeing93]

@Walker253 .

When you say critter keeper, are you referring to this?:https://www.amazon.com/Kritter-Keep...97342477&sr=8-2&keywords=critter+keeper+large

My grandparents had a ten gallon tank somewhere, you think that might be a possible decent housing for a T or Scorp?

 

[Moakmeister]

@Moakmeister

Cool idea, I like it. I am looking for something that can house like an adult b.vagans or p.imperator easily. What size tank would you recommend for that?

Something that's around three times the tarantula's legspan or three times the scorpion's body length. Since an adult B vagans or P imperator are six-ish inches long (i know the scorpion can be eight inches, but their tails are curled up) then an enclosure that's around a foot and a half long would be fine.

 

[Walker253]

@Walker253 .

When you say critter keeper, are you referring to this?:https://www.amazon.com/Kritter-Keep...97342477&sr=8-2&keywords=critter+keeper+large

My grandparents had a ten gallon tank somewhere, you think that might be a possible decent housing for a T or Scorp?

Amazon is always high priced on enclosures. This is what I'm talking about. https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/imagitarium-pet-keeper-for-aquarium-fish-large If you print the ad and there is a local Petco, they will honor the price.

You also could use a 10 gallon, but it's really big. A 5 would be more suitable and save space. Either way, just go get the lid.

 

[Jmanbeing93]

@Ungoliant @cold blood @miss moxie @Walker253

Ok, I found a two gallon tank that used to belong my betta, a salamander currently lives in it. (Wasn't my idea) The dimensions I think are 6 inches long, 6 inches wide and 12 inches tall, what could I put in it? Seems a little narrow for any Brachypelma species.

 

[Jmanbeing93]

@Ungoliant @miss moxie @Walker253 @Moakmeister @cold blood
Sorry for the blurriness, this is the tank that I am talking about. 6x6x12, does it look a little narrow?

 

[Chickenfeeder100]

that could fit a small desert scorpion

 

[Jmanbeing93]

that could fit a small desert scorpion

Any particular species?

 

[Chickenfeeder100]

vaejovis confuses, hoffmanius spinigerus, and any scorpion thats under 3 in. i have a problem with giving scorpions like a 5.5 gallon tank for a sling, although he is doing fine.

 

[miss moxie]

You could put a dwarf tarantula in it. Hapalopus sp. Columbia are amazing little dwarves that grow quickly and hit a max of about 3.5" - 4" for the large version, and the small version grows to 2". The smaller version would be able to use that as a forever home, the large would need to be upgraded to something about 8" wide.

https://tomsbigspiders.com/2014/08/31/hapalopus-sp-columbia-the-pumpkin-patch/

 

[Jmanbeing93]

You could put a dwarf tarantula in it. Hapalopus sp. Columbia are amazing little dwarves that grow quickly and hit a max of about 3.5" - 4" for the large version, and the small version grows to 2". The smaller version would be able to use that as a forever home, the large would need to be upgraded to something about 8" wide.

https://tomsbigspiders.com/2014/08/31/hapalopus-sp-columbia-the-pumpkin-patch/

Are they easy to take care of and beginner level? What are some other options amongst the dwarf tarantulas?

 

[miss moxie]

Are they easy to take care of and beginner level? What are some other options amongst the dwarf tarantulas?

They're fast and a bit skittish, so you might wanna be a bit more than a beginner but definitely not 'intermediate'. Just used to quicker Ts. I've heard they can throw some attitude. Mine hasn't so far. They need deep, moist soil and they do a decent amount of webbing too.

Euathlus sp. "red" is definitely a beginner dwarf T, one of my favorite tarantulas hands down. Dolichothele diamantinensis are stunning little dwarfs but they're also really fast, and they're expensive as well.

https://tomsbigspiders.com/2017/06/24/dolichothele-diamantinensis-brazilian-blue-beauty-care/

I don't know much about H. incei, but they're dwarf NWs. Very pretty. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zB07nBIzU...Olive_Holothele_Incei_tarantula_124843785.jpg

 

[Jmanbeing93]

They're fast and a bit skittish, so you might wanna be a bit more than a beginner but definitely not 'intermediate'. Just used to quicker Ts. I've heard they can throw some attitude. Mine hasn't so far. They need deep, moist soil and they do a decent amount of webbing too.

Euathlus sp. "red" is definitely a beginner dwarf T, one of my favorite tarantulas hands down. Dolichothele diamantinensis are stunning little dwarfs but they're also really fast, and they're expensive as well.

https://tomsbigspiders.com/2017/06/24/dolichothele-diamantinensis-brazilian-blue-beauty-care/

I don't know much about H. incei, but they're dwarf NWs. Very pretty. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-zB07nBIzU...Olive_Holothele_Incei_tarantula_124843785.jpg

Hmm, I see. Well, I am probably not ready for their speed, I am still a little jumpy at how fast T's move but I think if l where to chose, I would go with N.incei.

I was hoping that I could put a regular terrestrial T in the tank but it is a bit too narrow, but I was thinking B.vagans, B.sabopulosum or maybe G.rosea.

 

[miss moxie]

Hmm, I see. Well, I am probably not ready for their speed, I am still a little jumpy at how fast T's move but I think if l where to chose, I would go with N.incei.

I was hoping that I could put a regular terrestrial T in the tank but it is a bit too narrow, but I was thinking B.vagans, B.sabopulosum or maybe G.rosea.

You could put a juvenile in there. I wouldn't put anything bigger than 3" in there. So if you bought a 2" G. rosea you could have it in there for a year, maybe more depending on how fast it grew and the size it gained.