Soo I am a bit worried already. I know they can take time changing but mine has been in her hole for almost a month now and she is not eating nor anything... when i am not home i sometimes notice she's been digging from the mess all over the place but she is not moving almost at all... is it normal for a tarantula to behave this way?
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Tarantula not coming out of burrow
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It would help to know what species she is.
Mexican Fireleg young tarantula
Nurse Ratchet
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Hello and welcome to the forum.
Could be that it's just digging a nice deep burrow for itself. Be happy you have seen proof of life. They can barricade themselves underground for months at a time.
A few tips I've picked up:
It's super helpful to use the scientific name when referring to a species.
Also, "young" can be a little vague. Size is a more accurate description for most. Measure from toe to opposite toe for the diagonal leg span or DLS.
Forums love photos. A photo can speak volumes about a situation. If you're able, post a pic of your enclosure and T.
Lastly, if your T isn't eating, it could be in premolt, so don't leave live food in the enclosure that could harm or disrupt it. From what I've read and watched, Brachypelma can hang out in promolt for weeks to months.
I'm no expert, but this behavior sounds ok to my novice mind.
Best wishes!
Could be that it's just digging a nice deep burrow for itself. Be happy you have seen proof of life. They can barricade themselves underground for months at a time.
A few tips I've picked up:
It's super helpful to use the scientific name when referring to a species.
Also, "young" can be a little vague. Size is a more accurate description for most. Measure from toe to opposite toe for the diagonal leg span or DLS.
Forums love photos. A photo can speak volumes about a situation. If you're able, post a pic of your enclosure and T.
Lastly, if your T isn't eating, it could be in premolt, so don't leave live food in the enclosure that could harm or disrupt it. From what I've read and watched, Brachypelma can hang out in promolt for weeks to months.
I'm no expert, but this behavior sounds ok to my novice mind.
Best wishes!
Mexican Fireleg young tarantula
Thank you for all the tips I appreciate it!!
Experiencing the same issue. We've had our juvenile Mexican Redleg a week. She dug a deep hidey hole, but not eating. Did you get any responses to your post?
