Why Do People Keep Tarantulas As Pets ?
Have you ever wondered , why do people keep tarantulas as pets ? A family member , a friend or perhaps someone else you might know keeping any tarantulas. The average person not keeping any specimens would often wonder about this. Low Maintenance The majority of tarantulas are easy to keep and do not require constant attention or daily feedings. Tarantulas only need to be fed every few days with slings (babies) be more frequent. Tarantulas do require minimal space , and basic habitat care. Tarantulas don't require walks , grooming or socialization. Availability ? Tarantulas are readily available by the majority of local petshops and breeders , and most species are inexpensive to purchase. A 2020 study found that over 195 different tarantula species were listed for sale between 2015 and 2016 by online sellers and physical pet stores in South Africa .Researchers also visited 122 pet shops across all provinces and confirmed that tarantulas were available in nearly ...