I cleaned up their container because it was choked with silk. They seemed kind of sulky afterwards, but look, clean soil, and I propped up a clam shell to give them a nice shelter. What did they do? They coated everything with silk! I can’t even see into their hiding space because the silk is nearly opaque!
I think the evidence is clear that they’ve entered their spider teens: sullen and sulky, their room is incredibly messy, and they really want their privacy.
stwriley says
If we still made B movies, “I Was a Teenaged Tarantula” sure seems like it would be a winner of a title.
Tethys says
Blue seems to like their new shell, judging by the way they have immediately turned it into a silken lair.
Thomas Scott says
Maybe ready to molt?
cartomancer says
To be fair, you would probably be slightly sulky if a capricious giant stole all your furniture and then redecorated with a minimalist nautical theme.
feralboy12 says
I bet they don’t laugh at your Dad jokes anymore, either.
coffeepott says
is this your Chromatopelma? they are heavy webbers for sure! i love the way they decorate their enclosures
PZ Myers says
Yes, that’s my greenbottle blue. Although you can’t actually see them in that photo.
Leslie K2 says
Just be sure to keep your resolve and don’t give them the keys to the car.