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EPISODE · Mar 22, 2026 · 1H 22M

Some Harmful Practices, Myths, or Misconceptions in the Tarantula Hobby

from Tom's Big Spiders - Tarantulas and Inverts · host Tom Moran

First, I have an update on the Phormictopus that went to the vet. Then, I share some frustrations that I've had with correspondence lately before discussing a recent catastrophic molt with my Grammostola iheringi.Finally, we move on to the main topic. In this episode, I share some of the more common myths and misconceptions that I've been hearing from keepers lately, and why I think that these ideas are so problematic.

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