At nearly 40, I just recently fell in love with BPs and now have a budding collection. I recently received a new female Spider BP. She arrived safely and in great health except she is more than a little pissy and upset. She struck at me over half a dozen times from inside her enclosure. Not afraid of being tagged, but it's the first time I have ordered from a breeder. I did a lot of research (aware of the gentics with spiders and their "wobble"). And after doing a bit more research this morning, I assume this behavior is just a baby being a baby and is in response to being completely stressed out from the flight, not really being handled in a breeding company, and in a new environment. I plan on giving her at least a week to acclimate and a feeding before starting handling sessions. Willing to give this beautiful girl all the patience and love she needs!

I was just wanting to hear others experiences and if they have had similar situations...THANKS!