Why tarantula not eating

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Sign up today! JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. Could always try to catch some insects around the house but not sure if that will be harmful at all. Wayne harper Active Member 3 Year Member.

I use mainly banded crickets and some times hoppers but I have a b smithi that won't touch them. Couldn't find anything about international shipping on their website. Do they ship outside of the UK? Last edited: Jan 19, You could just kill whatever prey items you have and leave them in there.

The spider will scavenge if it gets hungry. It's only been a week since you got it, don't worry. There are tons of reasons why even healthy spiders stop eating. Any suggestions on ways to kill the feeding insects quickly? LegacyCode said:. Click to expand Wayne harper said:. Sorry I thought with you buying from Bristol tarantula you were based in the UK. If you catch insects around the house they could have pesticides and other toxins on them and could kill your spider.

I feed mine crickets. I prekill them and then feed them to the spider. Messages 1, You must log in or register to reply here. Latest posts N. Legs on legs?? You may find that your spider resumes eating once it settles in. Additionally, leaving uneaten crickets or other food in the terrarium may stress out your spider—they love their peace and quiet. Some tarantula species, like the Chilean rose hair, simply stop eating for long periods of time. This is not detrimental to their health, and more often than not your tarantula will eventually begin eating again.

Unlike with some pets, refusing food is not necessarily a sign of poor health in tarantulas when unaccompanied by other symptoms. You will know that your spider is in distress if its abdomen begins to shrivel up rather than appearing full and round or if its legs start to curl up underneath it.

One health concern that may actually present with a refusal to eat is parasites. Yes, it is totally safe. Cambodians eat tarantulas, foreigners have started to do it too, and most people really like it.

The spider lifespan can vary as much as the spider life cycle. Most spiders live about two years, but some have been known to live up to 20 years when in captivity. Female spiders tend to live longer than male spiders. Many male spiders reach maturity within two years and die after mating. Use a sharp knife to cut each spider in two lengthwise. Sprinkle with the paprika and serve. The tarantula is curling its legs in under its body.

Today, spiders — rich in protein, folic acid and zinc — are considered a delicacy and sold in markets and restaurants across Cambodia. The practice has also encouraged a lively tourist trade. The logical thing to nibble at first is the legs.