Tarantulas and other spiders make good pets that will provide hours of entertainment, but it's important to think about the arachnid's health and well-being when setting up your spider's tank. Spiders have specific needs that differ from that of other caged pets, which you will need to take into account. Set up your pet's habitat before you buy the spider so it can transition to its new home quickly and stress-free.
Ting du trenger
- Peat-free compost or vermiculite
- Spider furniture
- Heat pad
Instruksjoner
1. Skaff en tank som er bred og lav
as you are getting a terrestrial spider that loves to burrow. You'll need to get a cage that is taller than it is wide if you are buying an arboreal tarantula--they like to climb and don't spend much time on the floor of the cage.
2. Gi litt tørvfri kompost som substrat
This holds water well and also allows the spider to burrow. Vermiculite is also a good option. Avoid bark chips, which attract mold growth, and sand, creating a messy tank.
3. Sett litt møbler i tanken for å gi edderkoppen et sted å gjemme seg
A piece of curved cork bark is a good option, or perhaps half a flower pot. Generally, you should not put live plants in the tank as they usually require special lighting, whereas tarantulas do not. Provide high-rising furniture like a tree branch if you have an arboreal spider.
4. Plasser tanken på et varmt område i huset med en temperatur mellom 70 til 80 grader F., eller sett en varmeplate under tanken
5. Rengjør tanken hver fjerde til sjette måned
and transfer your spider to a holding container before you do so. Remove dead crickets and wash the interior and exterior of the tank, including the furniture and water dish. Replace the substrate.