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Tom's Big Spiders - Tarantulas and Inverts

Tom Moran

A podcast devoted to the proper care and upkeep of tarantulas and other inverts. After keeping a G. porteri for over 16 years, I decided that I wanted to add another tarantula to my collection. Several years later, I now keep over 100 specimens and 90+ different species. It’s safe to say that I am now completely addicted to the hobby.I’m NOT an expert, and I’m currently still learning about keeping these fascinating creatures. In fact, there are so many species, that I suspect that I’ll still be learning years from now. This blog is a bit of a journal to track my interest in the hobby and to share some of the information I’ve learned. A teacher by trade, I enjoy passing along what I’ve information and techniques I’ve discovered and helping others in their successful pursuit of this hobby. I enjoy hearing from folks, whether through comments on the blog or email.I have done and continue to do a lot of research, and I will only be discussing animals I personally keep, so the information I present should be current and accurate. I also regularly update older posts with current photos, observations, and information. However, this is an ever-evolving hobby, so I implore anyone interested in keeping these animals to use whatever they find here as a springboard for further research on techniques or species-specific care.
Episodes
Tom's Little Spiders - A Discussion of the "Dwarf" Species I've KeptMay 21, 2023
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Having a System to Keep Your Tarantulas HydratedMay 14, 2023
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My 15 Favorite Tarantulas That I Keep...For Now 2023May 07, 2023
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Safe Pest Control for Tarantula Keepers ft. BillieApril 30, 2023
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10 Things Around Your Home That Could be Dangerous for Your TarantulasApril 23, 2023
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Tarantula Lifespans and Feeding RegimesApril 16, 2023
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A Chat with Dillon from Animals At Home!April 02, 2023
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The Tarantula Hobby Exam Part 3March 26, 2023
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Why You Need a Curtain-Web Spider - Husbandry Notes on DipluridaeMarch 19, 2023
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The Truth About Old World TarantulasMarch 12, 2023
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Brachypelma Genus Review!March 05, 2023
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A Conversation with Veterinarian Dr. Andy Anderson about Tarantula Health Pt. 2February 26, 2023
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A Conversation with Veterinarian Dr. Andy Anderson about Tarantula Health Pt. 1February 18, 2023
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What's Changed in My Tarantula Care - And WHY?February 12, 2023
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Fossorial Tarantulas - Tips and Care Notes for The Burrowing SpeciesFebruary 05, 2023
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Tarantula Collection Organization and Management (and How to Prevent Burnout)January 29, 2023
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The First Annual TBS Spider Awards! 2022 Year in ReviewJanuary 22, 2023
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Listener Comments on Last Episode and Ephebopus UpdateJanuary 15, 2023
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5 New Years Wishes for Those Just Getting into the Tarantula HobbyJanuary 08, 2023
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"Dying" Tarantula Mystery and Pseudhapalopus sp. Blue CareJanuary 01, 2023
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Questions Every Tarantula Keeper Gets AskedDecember 18, 2022
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Cleaning Tarantula EnclosuresDecember 11, 2022
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Three Thrixopelma SpeciesDecember 04, 2022
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Bad Tarantula Dealers - How Do They Get Away With It for So Long?November 27, 2022
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10 Things That Can Stress Out Keepers When the Weather Gets ColdNovember 20, 2022
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