Mixed Bag ft. A Call for Help, Substrate, and Buying Ts to Get Over a Fear of Spiders

First, we settle the B. albopilosum Nicaragua "debate." Next, I'm reaching out to hobbyists for help for what I believe to be an important project. Then, it's time to talk about substrate...again! The questions keep coming, so I'll keep addressing them. Finally, we talk about buying a tarantula to get over arachnophobia. To add to the list of state-by-state vendors, please click this link and leave a comment. https://tomsbigspiders.com/2018/09/15/state-tarantula-vendor-list-your-help-is-needed/

Om Podcasten

A podcast devoted to the proper care and upkeep of tarantulas and other inverts. After keeping a G. porteri for over 16 years, I decided that I wanted to add another tarantula to my collection. Several years later, I now keep over 100 specimens and 90+ different species. It’s safe to say that I am now completely addicted to the hobby. I’m NOT an expert, and I’m currently still learning about keeping these fascinating creatures. In fact, there are so many species, that I suspect that I’ll still be learning years from now. A teacher by trade, I enjoy passing along what I’ve information and techniques I’ve discovered and helping others in their successful pursuit of this hobby. I enjoy hearing from folks, whether through comments on the blog or email. I have done and continue to do a lot of research, and I will only be discussing animals I personally keep, so the information I present should be current and accurate.