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Old 10-11-02, 06:28 PM   #1
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Psalmopoeus irmina?

Any of you invert guys keep this species? I saw this pic on the web and it's gotta be one of the prettiest tarantulas I've ever seen. I hope the pic works...here's a link to the site I got this from Big Hairy Spiders

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Old 10-11-02, 07:38 PM   #2
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Wow! That is quite an impressive tarantula!!! I'm drooling here! Do you know the latin name for it?

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You know, that DOES look pretty cool. I really wish I wasn't such a baby when it came to spiders. At least I'm trying to educate my kids into being more tolerant.
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Old 10-11-02, 08:19 PM   #4
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The latin name is Psalmopoeus irmina
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Thanks, I hadn't even noticed it in the header!!! Oops!

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The Venezuelan Sun-Tiger Tarantula...

Not all that long ago, these were amongst the most sought after and expensive Ts. Initially, they were pricey since - being an aggressive, arboreal species - collectors often had to climb to a considerable height and risk a painful bite (and the subsequent dangerous fall) to catch 'em!

Today, they are seasonally available as more affordable, captive-bred 'lings. While still quick, I find that captive-produced P. irminia aren't quite as aggressive as their wild-caught counterparts (though I stay alert and keep my hands well clear when 'interfacing'...).
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