Curly Hair Tarantula Care | Good Tarantulas for Beginners? Tliltocatl albopilosus

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Curly Hair Tarantula (Tliltocatl albopilosus/previously Brachypelma albopilosum) tarantula care guide. In today's video we discuss the question, is the curly hair tarantula a good tarantula for beginners? I'll teach you the basics about these awesome inverts, and you can decide if the T. albopilosus is right for you! What is a good beginner tarantula? Wait until the end of the video to find out if this species is a good fit! The amazing 80s hair of the curly hair tarantula can make this an amazing display spider, they are typically calm and slow moving, and they are extremely affordable... and that is why the curly hair is one of my favorite species.
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@hyoriki2863 2 жыл бұрын

Mine thinks she’s an arboreal, I’ve bought a hide for her and even dug a burrow for her but she just refuses to use it but I love seeing her out in the open she’s beautiful!🥺

@bugloverspiderlover8490 2 жыл бұрын

I got one as a freebie when I bought my Haitian brown,she’s almost three years old and she loves to kick hair,she doesn’t burrow much anymore,but likes to be out in the open.

@itsnottouya Жыл бұрын

Can I ask what kick hair means? I’m thinking of getting my own hairy little friend. And I’m curious

@bugloverspiderlover8490 Жыл бұрын

@@itsnottouya they flick hairs of the abdomen as a defense,the hairs are like fiberglass and itch and burn,especially if they get in your eyes or nostrils

@stevenmathers3105 Жыл бұрын

Am thinking about getting one it’s just the hair kicking thts putting me off. Would wearing a mask and safety glasses and long sleeves help if ur worried or is tht overkill 😂

@bugloverspiderlover8490 Жыл бұрын

@@stevenmathers3105 depends on the species,some hair is worse than others but if you feel it’s necessary than go ahead,especially if you have allergies.

@stevenmathers3105 Жыл бұрын

@@bugloverspiderlover8490 thanks for your quick response 😊

@ManyLegions88 2 жыл бұрын

This is my 1st tarantula and it has went well so far but has only molted 3 time. He or she came from fearnot at 1 1/2 inches and in good shape. Being my first T after a life long fear of spiders I was quite nervous at first. But with enough research and a responsible purchase I managed to overcome those remaining fears pretty quick. I consider my T a part of my family. I've learned even more than I ever imagined by simply witnessing each level of growth.

@dinksaurskejs5498 Жыл бұрын

How old is it? If she's 2 years+ how long do you typically wait to feed her?

@tyronenorbrey6096 2 жыл бұрын

Just purchased a curly haired tarantula, although I’ve done some research on them before my purchase, I still watch your videos to get more knowledge of them. Thank you for the much needed extra information & knowledge of care for the tarantulas

@9burtron 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly the same here. I purchased my curly hair today.. done tons of research but still enjoy watching the vids for any bit of info i can get

@jeangray3839 2 жыл бұрын

What was the cost ?

@9burtron 2 жыл бұрын

@@jeangray3839 i got a special offer from the spdier shop uk, with a true curly hair, a giant white knee and a white striped bird eater for £15. All come with setups also

@jeangray3839 2 жыл бұрын

@@9burtron okay. Would you say these are hands on pets or you could have them just for display or is it based on your preference ?

@xxx-ie9ic 2 жыл бұрын

@@jeangray3839 It's best to handle tarantulas as little as possible as they are very fragile. Being dropped could kill them.

@cristinagutierrez2780 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your tips. I got a curly haired T recently after my 19 year old Chilean Rose haired passed away 😢. I was able to hold my Chilean, and she would calmly stay on my hand. My new baby likes to run. He'll walk onto my hand and sit for a bit, but then wants to run up my arm. 😳

@Bear_Cannons 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, very informational!

@amgtarantulas 4 ай бұрын

This is such a great video! Thanks for sharing this with us! Beautiful curly hair!❤

@evile1174 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks!

@rossothecrimson7 Жыл бұрын

I adopted one from work as a sling, but now it has molted twice with me and fits in my palm. I used to like spiders but developed arachnophobia years ago after dealing with hobo spiders in WA. We got like 13 random tarantulas in at work recently that were abandoned at a motel. I ended up seeing an adult version of the curly and it won me over after a few days of checking on it. I found out the adult was adopted before I could place an interested party hold so I was kind of bummed. There were only 3 spiders left and they were slings/juvies, an OBT (no way for me), what I am thinking was a goliath, and a random one that nobody could seem to find as it hid within the dirt. I hoped it was a curly but I dug it up anyway, it was light brown and a little fuzzy and took it home. After a few molts.....CURLY! I love it! This video means a lot thank you for it! I'm about to upgrade this fuzzy face hugger to a bigger enclosure. 🌴🍂🕷🕸🍂🌴

@TatianasTinyZoo Жыл бұрын

Loved this story, thanks so much for sharing!! I'm glad it helped you with your fear of spiders, they are such interesting critters 🕷️

@blaineskate 10 ай бұрын

im from wa hobo spiders are no joke hate those things

@michaelkemple1113 Жыл бұрын

I just picked up a curly hair yesterday at the NW Exotic Pet Expo and I am very excited about it. I just stumbled across your video look for content on this T and really enjoyed it. Thanks

@peteb7810 Жыл бұрын

This helped so much I'm getting a curly hair tarantula for Christmas so I kinda needed this thnc

@Miguelsosad Жыл бұрын

Forget the fuzzy hair look at when it got the cricket it started TWERKING (or webbin)

@katiewhalen7194 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing, my friend is a previous keeper in the past & I am new keeper/beginner. I get to meet my Curly Hair tomorrow, my friend got the Chilean Rose. Both I have handled from an experienced keeper & are incredible to watch! Their team helped me overcome my fear of spiders all together. Please keep sharing your beautiful invertebrate as this is good real-life information❤ I can't wait to begin!

@Red_Nurse1999 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this! I’m thinking of adopting one soon ^_^

@TinySwanGrandAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I just got one after years of wanting one! They feel like little fuzzy socks and are really calm for handling from my first impressions.

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

Yes they are definitely one of the calmer species to handle!

@TinySwanGrandAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

@@TatianasTinyZoo My first T actually was a Chilean Rosehair and she clearly didn't get the memo that they're supposed to be a species that are really docile and also a species you can handle easily. Love her to bits but, she's definitely a look at not handle T and she serves as a wonderful example that each individual has their own personality.

@TinySwanGrandAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

A new discovery from the rehousing adventure: They can teleport when freaked the hell out. Said discovery was made when mine touched one of my pillows and didn't like the taste/feeling of it and tried to book it away from it only to end up hiding under my phone where I am let them stay to calm down a bit before redirecting them back into the Critter Keeper and into the new bin enclosure mansion.

@allenmills9449 2 жыл бұрын

She’s a beautiful specimen

@Chris_Toop_Tarantulas 2 жыл бұрын

She’s beautiful, I’ve had my adult T albopilosus called Princess for only 5 days

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new pet! They are awesome :D

@Chris_Toop_Tarantulas 2 жыл бұрын

@@TatianasTinyZoo thank you 👍

@JohnnysCafe_ 7 ай бұрын

I love the Curly hair, this one is a beauty, I think they look like cute toys. You said they are ok with temp 68°F , to me that is 20°c and it kind of surprised me because that's when it's starting to get cool. Looking forward to seeing the rest of your collection 👍

@NukaMediaExotics 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@refrigeratorupmyass 8 ай бұрын

cant wait to get one of these little guys for my bday in a couple months! too fuzzyyy💚

@rire100000 2 жыл бұрын

I got my juvenile about 3 weeks ago and love it. Kinda defensive but I get it lol. Their name is fuzzy and sent me on the path that led to me getting a gbb sling in today so the species definitely changed my life.

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, my T. albo got me to get my GBB too! It's awesome to see someone else on the same path :D Enjoy your new pets, they are amazing little critters.

@VineyardGHS 10 ай бұрын

Thank you. 😊

@officialwhiteboyswag103 Жыл бұрын

Hello I enjoyed your video. I am going to get a curly hair tarantula soon getting mine. Oh mine I am so excited I always, so I can’t wait to get mine and give her a good life because I found out females live way longer than males.

@Mydarkpassenger1986 Жыл бұрын

Hi Tatiana great video just for my female today she is gorgeous

@teas3998 Жыл бұрын

I JUST got my curly hair, 2nd tarantula, and I didnt know about the burrowing! I looked this up bc she was making a dent in her soil. Ill be buying her more!

@tjwins93 2 жыл бұрын

I love Shelley so much! Fuzzy soft looking hairs, too bad they aren't really for touching xD.

@ANTHONYLIVETV 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I’m finally getting one after ten years of being hesitant. Bought a 40 gallon for my new girl. She will be arriving Tuesday. Sooo excited and my daughter is as well. Not so much my wife but I’m hoping this curly fuzz ball will help change her mind!

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

My boyfriend was absolutely NOT enthused about my first tarantula until he saw it eat. Now he's obsessed! Congrats on your new pet!

@ANTHONYLIVETV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks T 😊

@MrTrigun1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I've long suffered arachnophobia but by watching spider youtubers the past 2 years I have finally decided to purchase my first. I chose a Curly because as you said in the video, everyone says they make great starters. This video really helped me figure out how to set up an enclosure and care for my future pet.

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

This curly was our first tarantula too! Once you see how cool they are, you'll love them! I'm checking on mine constantly, and feeding them is so fun :)

@MrTrigun1 2 жыл бұрын

@@TatianasTinyZoo Wouldn't happen to have a video on handling your first T would you? I mean it will be a WHILE before I'll be comfortable trying lol but all pets deserve pats.

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

I don't handle any of my tarantulas actually, but I'm sure you can find other creators that cover handling Ts ☺️

@kayleighdrouin6378 Жыл бұрын

Same here! I held one at an expo and bought one.

@michellegower1259 2 жыл бұрын

I have a female about 7 years old who stays in her burrow. Also I have a Male about 5 yr old, which I've had since a sling, which stays out 99% of the time. Both docile. Female was handled a LOT by previous keeper. I've not handled her except to rehouse. The male I've never touched n so he doesn't fear me when I get my hand nr him to put water in etc. Doesnt even move! So trusting. They are very good 1sf time Ts.

@downunder-cu1bj 2 жыл бұрын

mine is an absolute monster super defensive super erratic and crazy she often wakes up choosing violence and will often run at me and threat pose everything except food and goes on many hunger strikes as well as trying to kill food but not eating it just buring the bodies. Her newest bright idea has been to create many holes in her sub strate as many as like 8 connecting burrows but from a top view just looks like 8 holes in the substrate have had OBTs more docile than her. Most days I would rather handle a Indian ornamental or gooty sapphire than her.

@noahkuss4670 2 ай бұрын

i got one of these little guys as a freebie when i originally bought the singapore blue could you do a video with info about the singapore blue because i have been looking all over for more care info on them but not many people provide very good info

@shawnkawelo1956 3 ай бұрын

Actually the worst they never do come out when hanging out in burrow I never see it out only time I got to appreciate it was when I first got it ...❤

@derloweausmitternacht4136 Жыл бұрын

I got one about a month ago...his name is Lucifer and he loves to be held for some reason, but only when he's not hiding lol. I've only been bit once when a picked him up from the floor. He is also a very nice spider...he tolerates the cats and never has kicked hairs at anyone. Tho it does feel like you touched a cactus after handling him. Overall I love him and my bird eater Lucy.

@GlitterGum 2 жыл бұрын

Wow your curly hair webs way more than mine does :0

@gutz323 2 жыл бұрын

This T has probably been in this enclosure for quite a while. When I first got mine you don't notice much webbing being put down, but after a year or so it soon builds up slowly, and eventually you get a nice even webbing over the whole enclosure. How long have you had you T.albo?

@GlitterGum 2 жыл бұрын

@@gutz323 7 months

@gutz323 2 жыл бұрын

@@GlitterGum oh! ok. I guess the metabolism of spiders from the same species can be quite different. My 2 have a fair amount of webbing in their inclosure's but it does take a while. I see your original post was 3 months ago, has it put down much more Web since?

@GlitterGum 2 жыл бұрын

@@gutz323 no haha but I'm wondering if it's due to the fact that he's a mature male. The only webs I ever see are sperm webs lol

@gutz323 2 жыл бұрын

@@GlitterGum oh! ok. Maybe? Both mine are both female. I have only been in the hobby for just over 18 months. I have 11 T's but so far I have never had a mature male. All mine are either mature females or juveniles (some of which I haven't sexed). That could be something to do with it.

@PatrickJohnson-ih2ye Жыл бұрын

I just got a sling. I really hope he/she grows up big and strong. :P

@originalritny 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a spiderling and one that has Guatemala in the name. They are about an inch I'm excited but so nervous 😓

@Deluxe10-192 Ай бұрын

I have one but I didn't get it before it came with the tank

@alejandroprado5114 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same type of species I just got it from petsmart it wasn’t an adult

@vickiignaszak5041 2 жыл бұрын

Me: * gives my 1 inch sling a ton of space to burrow * Sling: * sits on the surface and barely even uses its hide * It's amazing how much their behavior can surprise you. I'll continue to give my albo room to burrow but that weirdo has been in the same enclosure for a year or two and has barely moved any substrate. I wouldn't have filled the substrate so close to the lid if I thought she'd be on the surface all the time because I'm always concerned about escapes now if she gets scared haha. Great video and great species

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

They are an amazing species! I am so grateful for Shelley, without her I wouldn't have gotten so interested in inverts

@kerryfudge8478 Жыл бұрын

Feed tarantula every 2-3 weeks. I feed mine 6 crickets

@photographychannel3875 Жыл бұрын

Once I move out from my parents house, I want to get myself this one. Was thinking to get an Axolotl instead, but this here is way cooler, especially since I hold such a big hairy spider a day ago on a spider-presentation show in my town for the first time in my life. Usually, they should not be handable at all, right, cause they are too agressive and fearfull of that? But this species here should be able to be handeled at least from time to time, right? Like letting the spider walk on your hands and stuff? I mean, even if not, its still interesting to watch while it is in its enclosure.

@michaelmania1151 9 ай бұрын

Do you have any recommendations on on female dealer? That’s reputable? Thank you

@chriscaballero6991 Жыл бұрын

There's one at pet's smart for 30bucks snd I really wanna buy it next week but wanna do research 1st

@catmanmaow 4 ай бұрын

Just purchased a curly haired tarantula Any tips

@izzy4971 2 жыл бұрын

Is tliltocatl albopilosum is safe to take in hand?

@gutz323 2 жыл бұрын

My T.albo's are far from docile (I know I'm unlucky and that is not normal behaviour from this species). One of them nearly always threat poses me and even slaps the ground, the other is very shy and nervous and always flees down her burrow. Neither has ever flicked hairs though. My Grammostola's on the other hand are like little gerbils, maybe you could even go so far as to say they are friendly, when you open their enclosure they are not at all nervous and my G.pulcripes even climbs the side to come out seeming to want to say hello! Lol!

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how each one definitely has a unique personality!

@RyansArachnids Жыл бұрын

Is caring for a curly hair sling the same?

@Bakerstreetgaming 2 жыл бұрын

watching this makes wonder bout my curly hair as they love to sit ontop of their hide and feels like I need to get a bigger one

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

My curly went through a few phases where she sat out all the time. Now she's been in her burrow for WEEKS! I miss her 😭

@thelizarddude Жыл бұрын

Yeah I just got 3 slings for literally $10 lol.

@sharonfloyd3101 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome t iv got 2 btw

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

They are a great species, I'd have two if I could!

@sharonfloyd3101 2 жыл бұрын

Why dont you have 2

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

@@sharonfloyd3101 I don't have enough room on my shelves anymore! Would rather focus on my current species or getting ones on my wish list. Plus Shelley is a female so she'll be around for a looonnggg time

@sharonfloyd3101 2 жыл бұрын

Ya i see your point

@BartlettRacing66 10 ай бұрын

Mine was kicking hairs like crazy the other day after dropping in a horn worm to eat. Mine is nuts

@hannashine2504 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful girl. So how long is Shelly expected to survive? I have no clue on spider life spans

@TatianasTinyZoo Жыл бұрын

Female tarantulas can live 20 years or longer!

@augieh6146 Жыл бұрын

How often should I feed my girl?

@Mnrl8218 2 жыл бұрын

I have male curly hair , he molted 6 months ago and now mature, I can see his little hooks. Do you know how long they live when mature

@biggoofybastard Жыл бұрын

Probably somewhere between a year, and two years.

@tulpfiction8920 2 жыл бұрын

How can I get mine to come out of its burrow or just to feel more secure

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

You can't really MAKE a tarantula do anything! I've had mine for 5+ years and sometimes they want to spend a month or two in their burrows, other times they spend weeks out in the open!

@itzmejuju3049 2 жыл бұрын

Could they be housed in ten gallon terrariums or is 5 gallons the maximum?

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

They can absolutely be housed in 10 gallons!

@evile1174 2 жыл бұрын

How often do you feed slings?

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

I offer food once a week, but sometimes they only decide to take it every other week.

@dinksaurskejs5498 Жыл бұрын

How long do you wait to feed her after molt?

@TatianasTinyZoo Жыл бұрын

I usually wait 24-48 hours after a molt

@CH1EFBL1TZ Жыл бұрын

Shelly, ahh, LOTR

@TatianasTinyZoo Жыл бұрын

She's actually named after Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein ☺️

@stephanienicole4034 2 жыл бұрын

My curly is small should I leave it in my small cage or can I upgrade to A 5 gallon cage ??

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

How small?

@crunchguy840 2 жыл бұрын

Mine is a brachypelma albipilosum

@jaydnaliprandini9799 2 жыл бұрын

No it's not it's tliltocatl it got moved from the brachypelma genus to tliltocatl

@gutz323 2 жыл бұрын

And it's not an albopilosum anymore, it's now an albopilosus, a Tliltocatl.albopilosus

@annewinslow7500 2 жыл бұрын

Can this type be held? Do they bite? Is it dangerous?

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

I don't handle any of my tarantulas, but if someone did I'd say they are safer species to try it on. They can absolutely bite, but their venom is considered not medically significant. The reactions would be similar to a bad bee or wasp sting but if you have an allergy the reaction could be worse.

@annewinslow7500 2 жыл бұрын

@@TatianasTinyZoo thank you!

@evile1174 2 жыл бұрын

It’s strange, a lot of sources say the females live 8-10 years, but then others (like you) say the females live 20+ years. I wonder why the discrepancy?

@TatianasTinyZoo 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not an expert but it probably depends on quality of care and other factors like if the animal was wild caught or not. There are lots of zoos and other professionals that state a life expectancy of 20+ so I'm hoping that's how long my female lives 🤞