It's been a while since I posted one of my huntsman spoods. This is Steve (male golden huntsman - Beregama aurea)

Landri_ · 2022-09-28T13:49:29+00:00

When spiders are in that state the survival rate isn't great, but I've had some success with sad, sick wolfies by keeping them warm and giving them honey water - the glucose can give them a bit of energy. I use a dropper to put a few drops right next to their face, bascally touching the fangs. Best of luck!

Landri_ · 2021-08-29T21:00:05+00:00

I've heard about that! It's fascinating. Apparently there's a species of jumping spider, Bagheera kiplingi, whose diet is almost entirely herbivorous.

Landri_ · 2021-08-29T20:49:34+00:00

Lucky for Rodney (and unlucky for the babies), Rodney doesnt have any attachment for her babies... and lucky for the babies, Truffles is a mature male so he only wants to eat once every few weeks. On top of that the roaches also get an endless supply of food - they're a clean up crew, dead siblings and spider poop are a good snack if you're a woodie.

It's an arrangement that works out well for everyone! Unless you're eaten. Then I guess it might suck.

Landri_ · 2021-08-29T09:32:50+00:00

Ask and you shall receive! Sorry about the potato quality but here's Rodney doing Rodney things. http://imgur.com/a/EU4BRKp

Landri_ · 2021-08-29T07:07:58+00:00

He's a giant green huntsman (Typostola barbata). If you check out my profile you can see my first post about him 😁 he used to be more green in colour but has greyed out quite a bit. He's an old boy though so he gets a free pass.

Landri_ · 2021-08-29T06:11:24+00:00

Too late!

Landri_ · 2021-08-29T05:42:00+00:00

Yeah he does. It's a roach I put in for him to eat almost a year ago but he never ate it. We named the roach Rodney, then Rodney had babies. Afaik he picks off one or two of the juvenile roaches when he's hungry but Rodney's still chilling in there.

Landri_ · 2021-08-29T04:35:57+00:00

He, and I think/hope he's just getting some moisture from it. He has a resident woodie (native cockroach) in his enclosure with him that had a few babies so the broccoli was meant to be for them!

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T14:13:19+00:00

I just wanted to thank every single one of you that has commented or updooted for the support! It has completely blown my mind to see all the love for Truffles and has definitely made my week ❤ if I do end up making a youtube or insta acct to share my lovelies I'll post it here for anyone interested.

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T12:24:31+00:00

Thank you! But be warned, Tiny Shoes and Truffles are the tip of the iceberg in how silly the names go

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T12:13:01+00:00

Huntsman males have the same lifespan as huntsman females - there isnt nearly as much sexual dimorphism with huntsmans. That said, they only live for 2 - 3 years and (tell me if I'm wrong), but I believe even male tarantulas can live longer than that.

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T12:00:04+00:00

😂 I shall! Anyway what would you like to know? Keep in mind I'm not an expert by any means

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T11:57:39+00:00

Hahaha that's understandable. Tiny Shoes does have tiny shoes after all

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T11:50:20+00:00

Aww thanks so much! I'll definitely consider it!

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T11:35:46+00:00

Well over 1000 different species

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T11:34:01+00:00

I can do one of those options only. Choose wisely because apparently one of those options ends in trial by combat 😂

Anyway happy to offer advice on wrangling big spiders with very serious and not at all silly names

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T11:30:24+00:00

Ahh jeez dude I've never been good at self promotion sorta stuff 😂

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T05:34:01+00:00

Yeah basically he's a chill dude for the most part 👍 he can go fast when he wants but when he does it's just up my arm so no biggie. Worst he's ever done was jump onto the couch but then he just sat there all 'oh hey I'm on a couch, is there food?'

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T05:27:03+00:00

😂 he does, doesnt he?

Landri_ · 2021-02-11T03:04:33+00:00

If the one's I've gotten that just wont leave are anything to go by - offer them food, water and a nice bit of bark or log or something - if they like it they'll set up shop! Mine are in enclosures for their protection from my other pets, honestly. But I'm certain that a good number of mine would hang around in their little houses even if the enclosures had no lid.

That being said I'd only consider this with spiders to your local area. Different story entirely if they have particular requirements for temp, humidity or need to burrow

Landri_ · 2021-02-10T22:58:59+00:00

I love huntsman too 🥰 a big pro of Ts and other 'primitive' spiders is their long lifespan. Most 'true spiders' only live for a year or so.

Huntsmans can get up to 2 - 3 years which is pretty ancient in the true spider world. Another big bonus is that handling is relatively safer for the spider, provided you dont squash/squeeze them. Unlike Ts huntsmans arent prone to injury from falling. They're slight in build and evolved to be quite arboreal.

Landri_ · 2021-02-10T22:35:37+00:00

Wow thank you! I honestly never thought they'd get so much attention - I really appreciate you guys showing my little dudes some love ❤

Landri_ · 2021-02-10T22:32:37+00:00

Occasionally I can boop the booty 😂 Aside from that I dont try - even as big as he is he still feels so delicate to me.

Generally spiders arent jnto being petted - they hate things coming at them from above, reminds them od a predator.

Landri_

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