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? asked in PetsOther - Pets · 6 months ago

What is a good tarantula species for a beginner?

Can I play with it? I want it perched on my shoulder when I'm working at my desk

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  • 6 months ago

    Pretty much any of the Brachypelma, Grammostola, Avicularia and Aphonopelma species. 

    If its docile you can hold it but you cannot play with it. I wouldn't perch a tarantula on my shoulder. It wouldn't be safe. If they fall off they could die. You also shouldn't hold them for long periods of time. It stresses them out. 

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