D. diamantinensis "Brazilian Blue Beauty" Rehouse and Care
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- Finally, an update on this wonderful species!
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For this species, no plants, because it covers everything with its web
Good call!
Nice... now I want a mini-GBB...
*sigh*
There is always room for another T.
Great vid Tom ^^
Is not a mini GGB 😡😡😡 😂🤣
@@AraneaRegnum
Oh boy...now you've done it, buddy! haha ;)
Aren't they fully grown in a year
I've had males mature in about 14 months. Females take longer.
Would like a care vid -
Amazonius Burgessi (Ghost Tree Spider)
I'll have to keep a lookout for one of these!
I have put my adult T. vegans, A. chalcodes, T. albo in 12x12 cubes because they all had extensive tunnels all around the bottom when I was ready to rehouse them. My Phormictopus atrichomatus has a deep burrow as does my T. schroederi. I watch who digs and when I rehouse I add depth if they're using it. No I don't see them as much, but there's usually someone out of my collection!
Hi, Sharen! That's how I feel about it. There is always someone out and about if I want to look at one! And If I see them digging, I give them extra dirt, too. Thanks for chiming in!
Hey Tom!
So you asked for some podcast recommendations and Boy oh Boy do I have a topic that I would LOVE to hear your take on:
MORE BRAINTEASERS, damn I enjoyed those two (?) Episodes!
But really:
"Newbies guide to changes in taxonomy"
- Why is it important?
- Where do I find the papers?
- Okay I found the paper but how the HELL do I digest it?
So essentially a breakdown of why it's important, how and where to look to stay up to date and lastly how to skim the actual papers to get to what matters to a hobbyist who might not care or understand the intense scientific mumbo-jumbo.
I and my dealer regularly update each other on this stuff (lastly was Linothele megatheloides now being separated from L. sericata).
Another subject could be talking about setups: we all know the usual terrestrial/fossorial/aborial etc. regular setup stuff.
But I kind of miss hearing about how to do a visually pleasing setup that works for both keeper and spider.
Why? Because when I started having adults and I wanted to show them off, I found it majorly difficult actually getting a nice terrarium that was also working for the spider.
Stuff like going for a larger terrarium than necessarily needed for a barebones setup, setting up so a burrowing spider might avoid mutilating plants, the benefit of plants (fake or not) not just in looks but also in how often the spider sits out. Moss? Light?
Get someone on the podcast who can actually shed some light on the benefits of having an orderly collection, having a system for light, etc.
This is, of course, not for the animals sake. But I firmly believe that having the knowledge of these things, implementing them so that your collection is well organised (regardless of keeping style) adds to the longevity of a keepers interest and that it goes a long way to prevent collection burnout.
I think you migh've done it or something similar, but a deep dive into urticating hairs, the types and such?
Maybe host a researcher and talk about the evolution of it? The potential for allergies and how to avoid/overcome them?
Also, God I love your content!
Having followed since before I got my first T's, drawing confidence from the knowledge that I can always go back and double check my info, seeing rehousings and such.
I'm a fairly advanced hobbyist by now, but I still find comfort and entertainment in the podcast. And it's great for the daily commute to work, listening while cleaning.
I personally don't distinguish between content aimed at newer hobbyist and advanced, but YMMW.
Hello! First off, thank you for then kind words; it really means a lot. And a HUGE thank you for taking the time to comment and leave some awesome ideas here! I like them all and REALLY like the taxonomy one, as that tends to confuse and confound a lot of new keepers. I have cut and pasted your comment into the document I used to keep track of future podcast ideas. Thanks again!!!
Hey tom you got me into T's back in the day! I know you're a metal head like myself and I want to share a passion that I have with you as well. I'm a deathcore vocalist for a band called Resurrecting Atlas and judging from your shirts and jacket selections I think its right up your alley! keep educating man :D
Hey, man...that's awesome! And I'll definitely check out your music. My son and I are always on the lookout for new bands! Thanks so much!
Hey Tom! Awesome video as always. D. diamantinensis is actually one of my favourite species! I FINALLY have managed to not kill one (knock on wood!) and it's a beautiful juvenile now that just moulted again! Yours is truly stunning, I can't wait til mine gets to be that size! Mine is pretty chill and has been surprisingly slow-moving for me and I believe it is a female (again, knock on wood!) I also just picked up an N. incei Olive which I find to be a pretty similar spider (dwarf, heavy webber, no urticating hairs, etc.)
Keep up the awesome work!
- Charlotte
Hey, Charlotte! Sorry for the late reply - it was a REALLY busy couple of weeks. You're definitely not the only one losing them, as others have chimed in with the same thing. I wonder what the issue is? I love my N. incei. It took me almost ten years an 9 spiders to FINALLY get a female. haha Thanks so much, and happy Saturday!
You talk about them being hardy. I wish I had your luck. I’ve only ever lost three slings without explanation (no moisture issues/temperature issues/bad moults). One N. tripepii and two D. diamantinensis. All 1/4” or smaller. Re-going over all the care vids I can find before I try again. I’m going to give it one more go before swearing off the species. I hate feeling like I’m the cause of their death, but I would also hate to miss out on keeping this amazing species (which, for the record, I am personally more fond of than the GBB)
Awesome vid as always. I don’t always watch as soon as you post, but I always look forward to your videos
Hey, Sam! I'm walking that statement back a bit, as you are not the only one who has had trouble with them. It's sounding like I just had good luck. Thank you for chiming in with this!
This is one of my top 10 in my sanctuary. Love her and the webbing is one my favorite quality's she has, and that color. You should do a top heavy webbing tarantulas if you haven't already. Love your videos keep up the hard work.
They really are amazing, Joe! And I will definitely work on that for this summer, thanks!
Excellent. I’m one of those partial to these over GBB (but gotta have both, right???) I recently paired my female so fingers crossed for a sac!
Fingers crossed you get lots of babies!
Beautiful ❤️ mine has found a little crevice in the cork bark in their new enclosure and is gradually webbing things up. Teeny tiny but eating well. Your videos are so helpful
That's awesome, Alison! Sounds like she's settling in well! And thank you!
I love listening to the podcast and vids..I have a idea can u have guests on podcast like from the pros to some beginner people or science news on T's and spiders
I definitely want to have some more guests on! I always plan to have more, but coordinating it can be a bit stressful. haha Thank you, John!!!
Great video Tom she is gorgeous.i had one but matured male and passed.but mine was skittish.
Hey, James! I've heard some folks say that theirs are all very calm, but mine have all been pretty skittish.
Catching up on your videos after I literally just rehoused my one! They were well behaved and it went smoothly🩷
Hey, Sarah! Yeah, she really behaved herself! Now, she just needs to settle in; she's still roaming a bit. haha
I'm a big DD fan, but not gonna argue if someone prefers the GBB.
I agree completely. I'm a bit more on the GBB side of the fence because it was one of my first spiders, but I love the DD as well.
Great rehouse and the tarantula is so beautiful. Camera lady does such a great job.
Thank you, Pepper! And she really does!
She is so beautiful! Mine is just showing the red on the butt. Its such a treat to see them out.
Awwwww...that's so awesome!
Hi Tom, on one of your previous videos, it may have been a collection tour, you mentioned that you snd Billy referred to one of your phormictopus species as a Christmas spider? Because of the green and red on it, do you know which species I'm referring to? I got an auratus because of your passion for phormictopus , I love it, contemplating adding another, not really fussed which, but if I'm able to source one of the ones in asking about I'd go for one if them, hope this makes sense and apologies for hijacking this vid either an unrelated question, I've gone back through some of your phormictopus vids but couldn't find it😂
Hello! That was Phormictopus sp. South Hispaniola or Phormictopus sp. Green femurs. They go through a stage where they have green legs, a golden carapace, and a red booty. VERY striking! Not a bad question at all!
@@TomsBigSpiders thank you❤
Nice !!! 💙💚❤️💙💚❤️💙
Thanks, Candy!
Hey Tom, I’m Parker (no issue with using my name on the podcast should you choose) the “anonymous” Spotify commenter that you mentioned in your last podcast. I really enjoyed your discussion, and in my haste/character limit I’m afraid my message came across more bristly than intended.
I totally understand and appreciate the inclusion of beginner topics in your podcast (and am walking back on “most” of your audience being advanced keepers, though I do believe there is a core set of regular listeners who have been here long enough to consider themselves more advanced).
You made some great points in your podcast, and it opened my eyes to the notion of engaging with these episodes in a more collaborative way rather than approaching as a passive lister. I love the idea of using this podcast to both share information with beginners as well as encourage more seasoned keepers to weigh in with their knowledge/experience regarding those beginner topics.
Overall, I think leaning into the community/open discussion aspect is a smart move and great way to add longevity to your podcast. I also heard your call to action when it comes to recommending ideas and have been thinking about topics/thought starters to share with you (more to come on that front). Looking forward to the next episode, and thanks again for your thoughtful approach on all fronts when it comes to this hobby.
Crap, I completely missed this one, Parker! And thanks so much for the podcast idea. I definitely know that there are a lot of folks out there who are more advanced, and believe me, that is always in the back of my mind when I do a beginner topic. It's getting difficult because, after several years of this, I don't ever want to make the hobby seem more difficult than it is. Eventually, I will hit a wall when it comes to good ideas, and at that point it will be time to step away for a while. And I LOVE when people chime in with their own experiences, as I never want this stuff to be just ME talking. Thanks so much for chiming in, bud!
I was just checking these slings out last night. Trying to hold back getting another T for a bit - tho the ‘bug’ has certainly bit me! This was one I was checking via a vis GBB
Ha! We've all been there, Josh! And you can't go wrong with either species.
@@TomsBigSpiders my local shop where I got the B smithi and A avic has a few GBB still. And getting a big order next week from their wholesaler. The gal who takes care of their arachnids is going to send me pics once all arrive.
I know I’m not ready for an OW yet but I really want an H pulchripes first and then an M balfouri communal as a long term goal!
Great video as always
Thanks so much, Chantal!
One of my favourites. Lost one while back due to mites relatively early since purchase. Bought another one in 2022 and lost it recently. Webbed so heavy there was no substrate visible. Stunning spider but have no luck with them. What is the life expectancy of these?
Hey, bud! You're not the only one who has had difficulty with them. Others have chimed in as well. I'm going to have to walk back them being hardy. As quickly as they grow, I would guess 7-10 years.
@@TomsBigSpiders In my case I suspect humidity. Since as I mentioned the web cover was thick the misting doesn’t penetrate to the substrate as easily. I also used the same enclosure I made that maybe should be deeper to allow more substrate
I mean insufficient humidity*
Aww! Gorgeous little one.
Thanks, Mike!
Hello great video information and rehouseing Tom
Thanks so much, Moon!
Absolutely beautiful - my favorite species!
They sure are, Bobbi! Thanks!
Another awesome video. You never disappoint. If didn’t notice you had 2 hams showing off for the camera, lol.
Thank you so much! And I DID while I was editing this! haha
Hi Tom & Billie, hope you’re both doing great.
Wow, what a gorgeous lil Tarantula 😊 I do love the GBB’s though, but, they are equally beautiful. I find their colours quite intoxicating.
Her new enclosure looks great 😊 Billie’s gotten some lovely shots off of her.
Thanks for sharing your video Tom.
Take care and have a nice weekend too 🕷️🕷️😊😊
Hey, Joanne! We are, and we hope that you are, too. I DO Love both. GBB was one of the first I raised up from a sling, so that species will always have a special place in my heart. And Billie really does a great job. Thanks again!
Hi just got a Mexican red knee juvenile I been watching all your videos and podcasts thanks for the helpful advice.
Congrats! That's a great species!
That's what up, Tom... some Good Ol' Saturday Spider Vids.
Ha! Thanks, bud!
Brilliant Tom, a no nonsense video as always, And they're a beautiful species of spider, and a dwarf species aswell so definitely worth having in any collection.
Thanks so much, George! I hope all is well!
So happy I found you after I relaunched my interest in keeping tarantulas!
Awww...thanks, Christopher! And welcome back!
Tom I just want to say thank you so much for all of the work you and Billie put into these videos. I’ve learned so much in the past year that I’ve been keeping tarantulas and between your videos and your podcast, I learn new things every day. Thank you for being such a valuable resource in this hobby!
Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know! It really does mean a lot! :)
Very beautiful lady Tom!!!!! I love her new crib. I love both too. Tyfs God bless you
Thank you so much, Debbie! I hope that you're having a great weekend!
YAY! I love these ones! The colors are amazing!!!🕷♥️💙💚🕷
I agree, Lisa! Thank you!
Gorgeous spider! Thank You Tom and Billie for the work you put into all of these amazing videos. I have learned so much. This spider is giving me ideas on colors to try in home decorating, even jewelry!
Thank YOU so much for taking the time to comment, Lori! :) And that's awesome !
This seem like a knock off Aphonopelma mooreae
I will never understand the use of the term "knock off" when describing species of spiders that have been around for years. haha If you were to go by which one was in the hobby first, then the Mooreae would be the "knockoff." haha
Gorgeous. Excellent filming Billie!
Thank you, Shelly!
Great video and beautiful spider!
Thank you so much!
Great lil spood! I love my sling!
They really are! :)
Stunning little T and I like the new look enclosure, thanks Tom & Billie
And really surprised no urticating hairs😊
Hey, Gary! I know, right? And thank you so much!
Just in time ! I recieved some days ago two of these, one molted in the 12 hour transit but is doing fine, I watched your older videos but is always nice to have an up to date video with new information that you may learned since then, thanks 😊
Great timing! And I'm glad to hear that it's doing fine!
Thanks Tom
Thank YOU for watching!
They are just a gorgeous blue Tom. What a beauty.
Thanks so much, Joyce! I figured that you might like this one. :)
@@TomsBigSpiders And it is little. But I think my dog would not be happy with a T in the house, especially a T. She eats crickets, so the two of them could eat crickets together. LOL Hi to Billie.
it just just a second rate GBB
Have you kept one?