T care sheets wanted

[repteen]

Hi does anyone know of any good care sheets for...

1. chile rose
2. curly hair
3. red knee tarantulas?

Also, how good do you think each of these species are as a beginner spider? I would want to handle occasionally.

Thanks xxx

[repteen]

c'mon-someone must know!!!

[zoe6660]

The Mexican Redknee Tarantula is probably the most popular of all pet tarantulas. It has been collected since the 1970’s and 1980’s. It was originally discovered by a collector named H.H. Smith in 1888. The Mexican Redknee Tarantula was one of the first species to enter the hobby and has been used as scary props in many films. This tarantula has been in films such as "Raiders of the Lost Ark", a couple James Bond series, and many others. The Mexican Redknee Tarantula is known to be one of the longest living tarantula species, with females living up to 30 years, which is an advantage over many other tarantula species. Whether you're a beginner, or an advanced hobbyist, you can't go wrong with a Mexican Redknee Tarantula. Due to this creature’s gentle nature, colorful appearance, large body size, and long life, it is easy to see why the Mexican Redknee Tarantula is such a desired animal in the hobby.

RangePacific side of Mexico, in scrubland and deserts.TypeTerrestrial.DietSpiderlings will eat pinhead crickets, and other small insects. Adults eat crickets, other large insects, small lizards, pinkie mice, and an occasional fuzzy mouse.Full Grown Size5 to 5.5 inches.GrowthSlow speed.Temperature75 to 90° F.Humidity75 to 80%. All tarantulas that have at least a 3" legspan may drink from a shallow, wide water dish.TemperamentDocile and calm.HousingSpiderlings can live in a clear plastic deli-container with air holes. Adults can live in a 5 to 10-gallon tank. Floor space is more important than height.Substrate2 to 3 inches of peat moss, or potting soil.DecorNo decorations are really needed, but you can add a log, or cork bark.Other NamesMexican Orange Knee Tarantula, Mexican Red Kneed Tarantula, and Mexican Orange Kneed Tarantula.

[zoe6660]

The Curlyhair Tarantula is an ideal tarantula species for a beginner because of it's docile temperament and relatively large size. Although fairly common and easy on the pocket, this species is more than just a brown tarantula. Up close, Curlyhair Tarantulas have gold and tan hairs covering their bodies. The legs are a darker brown, in contrast to the practically bronze carapace. This comes out to be one fine-looking spider without being exceedingly colorful. Also, true to their common name, most Curlyhair Tarantulas have hair that looks curly (actually more wavy than curvy, but we'll let that slide). They are very hardy tarantulas that make lasting pets. They also make great "show" spiders since they can be taken out and handled, although handling should not take place frequently because there's always the possibility of the tarantula falling off your hand and splitting it's abdomen open (likely fatal). Curlyhair Tarantulas seem to have more personality (tarantulality) than the conventional starter species, the Chilean Rose Tarantula. Overall, Curlyhair Tarantulas are great for anybody, and yours may easily become a favorite in your collection!

RangeMontane and cloud forests of Central America.TypeTerrestrial.DietSpiderlings eat pinhead crickets, and other small insects. Adults eat crickets, other large insects, small lizards, pinkie mice, and an occasional fuzzy mouse.Full Grown Size5 to 5.5 inches.GrowthSlow speed.Temperature70 to 85° F.Humidity75 to 80%. All tarantulas that have at least a 3" legspan may drink from a shallow, wide water dish.TemperamentDocile and calm.HousingSpiderlings can live in a clear plastic deli-container with air holes. Adults can live in a 5 to 10-gallon tank. Floor space is more important than height.Substrate2 to 3 inches of peat moss, or potting soil.DecorLogs, driftwood, cork bark, etc. make good hiding places.Other NamesHonduran Curlyhair Tarantula, and Wooly Tarantula.

[zoe6660]

The Chilean Rose Tarantula is one of the most commonly imported tarantulas in the trade today. This species of tarantula is a combination of being fairly large, hardy and docile. The Chilean Rose Tarantula can be found in almost any pet store, and can be found in two different color phases. One of the color phases of the Chilean Rose Tarantula is a tan to brown overall color with pink hairs and a pink carapace, while the other is a tarantula with red hairs all over it's body. The photo to the left shows the brown and pink phase. These used to be classified under two different species, but they are now both known as Chilean Rose Tarantulas. There are many pet stores that carry Chilean Rose Tarantulas, although they may be under different names. Some of these names are listed below. The Chilean Rose Tarantula is the ultimate starter species, and should be considered for anybody who wants to dive into the hobby.

RangeBolivia, Northern Chile, and Argentina, found in many habitats, mostly deserts and scrubland.TypeTerrestrial.DietSpiderlings eat pinhead crickets, and other small insects. Adults eat crickets, other large insects, and an occasional pinkie mouse.Full Grown Size4.5 to 5.5 inches.GrowthSlow speed.Temperature70 to 85° F.Humidity75 to 80%. All tarantulas that have at least a 3" legspan may drink from a shallow, wide water dish.TemperamentDocile and calm.HousingSpiderlings can live in a clear plastic deli-container with air holes. Adults can live in a 5 or 10-gallon tank. Floor space is more important than height.Substrate2 to 3 inches of peat moss, or potting soil.DecorNo decorations are really needed, but you can add a log, or cork bark.Other NamesChilean Rose Haired Tarantula, Chilean Rose Hair Tarantula, Chilean Common Tarantula, Chilean Fire Tarantula, Chilean Fire Rose Tarantula, and Chilean Flame Tarantula.

i copyed and pasted them hope this is okay i have looked at loads of care sheets before i have orderd mine.
im waiting for my mexican redknee.

[repteen]

Thank you!!! That's a great help!

[zoe6660]

no problem

[repteen]

Which would you recommend for a first-timer..???

[zoe6660]

for my 1st im getting a mexican redknee coz they colour the dont hide much i heard so they good to show in a plastic tank and u could hold it if it okay if i went for the chili rose i would get a red colour coz its different to the normal brown and if you want to handle your T i think thats a good one too and for the curly hair i havnt been intrested in them coz they seem boring and the chliean rose is like a rock in a tank lol
its up to you want you want. lol

[jamie_coxon]

best tanatula for handling........ none just coz it has a docile nature it dont mean if u catch it in a bad mood its not gonna bite