What to feed a Theraphosa Stirmi Sling?

[IMAGINE1391]

So I’ve been doing a lot of looking for Theraphosa Stirmi Goliaths because I gotta have one lol. But I’ve only been able to find slings available ranging from 3/4 inch to 2

When they are this small, would they just prey on small crickets or what?

 

[Tortoise Tom]

Small crickets or roaches would be the easiest.

 

[IMAGINE1391]

Okay. And how big of an enclosure would you start them off in when they are that size?

 

[Tortoise Tom]

Okay. And how big of an enclosure would you start them off in when they are that size?

For a 3/4 in sling I would use a 4x4x7" AMAC box like this:

Or a 32oz deli cup like this:

For a 2"+ spider, I'd use a large Kritter Keeper, or a 5 gallon tank:

 

[IMAGINE1391]

Thanks for help!

 

[Whitelightning777]

They have great appetites. Honestly, feeding a T stirmi is the easiest part of husbandry. The 4x4x7 is something more suited to an arboreal species.

Jamie's has 4x4x5 enclosures for juvenile tarantulas.

These guys grow so always have the next size up in mind. In my opinion, they are an advanced species so make sure all your husbandry is correct. There's a zillion threads on that.

Beware of the urticating hairs!!

Despite the hassle, they're a great species to own. You're actually doing it the right way, getting a sling. I rescued mine from a pet store.