Tarantulas in the Vivarium: Habits, Husbandry, and Breeding [Hardcover]

Peter Klaas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 2001

This popular handbook for the captive husbandry and breeding of tarantulas, originally published in the German language, is now available in English. The taxonomy has been updated by the author, Peter Klaas. The text is in two sections. The first is an introductory section discussing tarantula anatomy and life history, the relationships of tarantulas to other arthropods, and general information on vivarium setup and special requirements of tarantulas in captivity. Problems arising in captive care--such as disease and parasites--are discussed, as is the problem of tarantula bites to humans. The second section consists of individual accounts on 40 of the more commonly kept species from around the world. These are illustrated in the book's 123 color photographs. Peculiarities of each of these species are discussed, with special attention to their requirements in captivity. Tarantulas are becoming increasingly popular as vivarium and zoo specimens. This book, based upon the author's extensive personal experience, will become an important reference on the topic, and will add greatly to the small amount of published information about them.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 152 pages
• Publisher: Krieger Pub Co (February 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1575240181
• ISBN-13: 978-1575240183
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #632,394 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #63 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Biological Sciences > Zoology > Invertebrates

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pairs excellent color photos with practical advice, June 6, 2001

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This review is from: Tarantulas in the Vivarium: Habits, Husbandry, and Breeding (Hardcover)

This specific guide is a 'must' for any involved in the captive breeding of tarantulas. It originally appeared in German and here enjoys an English translation and an update, providing a blend of introductory details on the tarantula's life and natural history and specific requirements of keeping tarantulas in captivity. From bites to tarantula diseases and accounts of 40 of the more commonly kept species, Tarantulas In The Vivarium pairs excellent color photos with practical advice.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars What a great book!, June 20, 2001

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Samantha (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tarantulas in the Vivarium: Habits, Husbandry, and Breeding (Hardcover)

this book is amazingly helpful. i was a new owner of a Mexican Redknee and had NO CLUE how to handle her! she was so sweet, but i was just too afraid to handle her. then i found this book. Princess now has 2 brothers and 1 sister: Paris, Ricky and Jake. they are very sweet animals and the breeding part was helpful as i am getting prepared for my spiderlings :-D

5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide for tarantula hobbyists!, November 28, 2009

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This review is from: Tarantulas in the Vivarium: Habits, Husbandry, and Breeding (Hardcover)

If you own one or many tarantulas this is a great book to add to your library. An excellent reference source for information on many of the common species kept by taratula hobbyists. You will find good pictures and each species account has the scientific and common name (including new taxonomy), distribution, maximum size, description, husbandry, breeding and remarks. If you are looking to breed tarantulas this book is an absolute must. The husbandry sections will give more specific information about the minimum size enclosure, substrate depth, day and night temperature as well as humidity. There are also some good tips for general construction of vivariums or "tarantulariums".