Best tarantula for a newbie

[Gerardo]

Im actually pretty scared of spiders. Thats why i want a taratnula to help me feel comfortable with them. What's the best tarantula for a newbie like me?

[Quantum Constrictors]

Anything in the Brachypelma family is good. Slow growing. Usually Docile. Usually Cheap. They are hair kickers so they would rather do that then bite you.

I own a B.smithi and its a great T. Not even close to mature yet thought. When they are mature you can expect a very docile Tarantula that you may even be able to handle.

Before I even came close to buying a Tarantula I went out and bought The Tarantula Keepers Guide. This is basic the bible for T keepers. It is jam packed with info!

[zilcherr]

i agree, the Brachy is a great starter Tarantula. had mine since Oct and three inch in leg span. really gorgeous they are and fun to examine as they grow.

[3skulls]

I agree with the above.

I would also recommend

Grammostola pulchripes
Chaco Golden Knee

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grammostola_pulchripes

[I-KandyReptiles]

A normal ol rose hair.

My Charlotte has helped me get over my fear:


She hasn't kicked hairs or attempted to bite. When she's in my hand she just sits there

[ChrisS]

I'd like to add the avicularia sp.. A.versicolor is my favorite. Just note they have awesome aim shooting poo. And generally speaking, a little quicker than the others listed above.

[3skulls]

They do love to poo on you :p

Also look up the bite reports and understand what "hair kicking" can do to you. Don't trust the people at the pet store for care info. Personally I would stay away from wild caught.

Bobbafett,
How much are you feeding that Chilean Rose? Looks to be on the skinny side.
I took about 12 years before my rosea threw up a threat pose, so never let your guard down :p

[I-KandyReptiles]

They do love to poo on you :p

Also look up the bite reports and understand what "hair kicking" can do to you. Don't trust the people at the pet store for care info. Personally I would stay away from wild caught.

Bobbafett,
How much are you feeding that Chilean Rose? Looks to be on the skinny side.
I took about 12 years before my rosea threw up a threat pose, so never let your guard down :p

I just got her and feed her crickets daily

[I-KandyReptiles]

She's munching right now actually

[Gerardo]

Thanks everybody. I will continue to learn about them and i will have to get one in the future.