A recent comment on a video got me really thinking about how I present these animals. Although I try to approach each species with only facts, and I steer away from some of the sensationalized descriptors like "dangerous" and "aggressive", some folks believe that I'm downplaying the potential risks. In this episode, I talk about my philosophy on these animals and try to explain how both understating and exaggerating the risks could negatively impact the hobby. NOTE: In the podcast, I said "South African" at one point instead of "South American." Heads up, and sorry for the confusion!

A recent comment on a video got me really thinking about how I present these animals. Although I try to approach each species with only facts, and I steer away from some of the sensationalized descriptors like "dangerous" and "aggressive", some folks believe that I'm downplaying the potential risks. In this episode, I talk about my philosophy on these animals and try to explain how both understating and exaggerating the risks could negatively impact the hobby. NOTE: In the podcast, I said "South African" at one point instead of "South American." Heads up, and sorry for the confusion!

A recent comment on a video got me really thinking about how I present these animals. Although I try to approach each species with only facts, and I steer away from some of the sensationalized descriptors like "dangerous" and "aggressive", some folks believe that I'm downplaying the potential risks. In this episode, I talk about my philosophy on these animals and try to explain how both understating and exaggerating the risks could negatively impact the hobby. NOTE: In the podcast, I said "South African" at one point instead of "South American." Heads up, and sorry for the confusion!&nbsp;

The Pitfalls of Exaggerating (or Downplaying) the Risks of Keeping Venomous Arachnids

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. 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.

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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. 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.

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