One of the Originals

 

On Wednesdays We Wear Scales  A midweek check-in from your favorite pink-haired reptile nurse. Hey! Somewhere along the way, Sweet Ave Zoo grew. More enclosures, more species, more systems... more everything. But this week I wanted to take a step back and talk about one of the originals. One of the animals that was here before things got busy, before the room filled out, before I knew exactly what I was doing. Feature: Feets — The Curly Hair Tarantula This is Feets. One of my very first tarantulas, and honestly, one of the reasons I fell so deeply into keeping in the first place. Curly hair tarantulas (Tliltocatl albopilosus) are often recommended as beginner species, but I think that label undersells them. They’re calm, hardy, and forgiving, but they’re also just genuinely beautiful animals. The soft, textured “curly” setae give them this almost velvety look, and their slow, deliberate movements make them incredible to observe. Feets has always been a reminder that not everything in this hobby needs to be fast, flashy, or rare to be meaningful. Husbandry Basics Curly hairs are terrestrial tarantulas that thrive with: • Deep substrate for burrowing • A secure hide (even if they ignore it sometimes) • Moderate humidity with good ventilation • Stable, room-temperature conditions • Minimal disturbance They’re resilient, but like any tarantula, they still benefit from thoughtful, intentional care. Keeper Note: “Beginner species” doesn’t mean low value, it means adaptable. Some of the best animals to keep are the ones that grow with you. ************************************************* Feets (one of the originals) Curly Hair Tarantula Care Guide Since we’re talking about Feets, it felt like the perfect time to highlight the Curly Hair Tarantula Care Guide. This guide breaks down everything I’ve learned, both from experience and from refining my care over time, into something that’s easy to follow and actually useful. What’s inside: • Enclosure setup and substrate depth • Humidity and ventilation balance • Feeding routines • Common mistakes to avoid • Long-term care considerations If you’re new to tarantulas or just want to make sure you’re doing right by your curly hair, this is a really solid place to start. Check out the care guide here: LINK! MY WEBSITE Visit Our Socials

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