A RAINBOW OF SPIDERS Part 2 - Colorful Spiders

[@tishie42]

Even plain color spiders are beautiful. Just plain ol black spiders look like black velvet.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Agreed.

[@mikepetersen7319]

So many beautiful Spiders. But that P. spec. Arana pollito looked gorgeous too. That deep velvety Black...awesome.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Mike! Yeah, I agree completely. So sleek!

[@Milkingtarantulas]

So many beautiful tarantulas and spiders 🤩

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you!

[@notinyourcloset]

Got my first spidey, I absolutely love how educating your videos are. Trying to get my hands on an LP sling to grow him into big strong spider.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Congrats on getting your first! And I'm so glad that you find these videos helpful. You should have no trouble finding an LP. :)

[@didisaythat4230]

Soo awesome. I know these long videos take a tremendous amount of effort. Your a true credit to the hobby. I gotta say, the full green and the Xenesthis sp. Bright are the show stoppers here.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you so much...I truly appreciate that!

[@joshuarosenblatt]

Thanks as always Tom. Have a bunch of slings coming next week. Super excited!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

That's awesome, Josh!

[@joshuarosenblatt]

@@TomsBigSpiders life changing week. Hahaha!

[@mistysblues1980]

I'm colorblind (tritanopia) so these colorful videos are always interesting to me and helpful for me to know what colors these species actually are. Thanks Tom!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Oh, wow! Well, I'm glad that this is helpful. :) Thank you!

[@lowlee78]

Always a pleasure seeing your collection. Thanks as always for sharing your passion.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you very much!

[@marat5617]

Hey, Tom and Billie ❤ I hope your memorial day holiday was fantastic!!! We had a houseful all weekend. Family came and set up a camper, we had a bonfire with s'mores, our company helped with the gardens, it was great! I caught a juvenile Wolf Spider, while I was trimming under a rose bush, for my granddaughter to see up close, (she loves my collection), and I ended up having to set it up in an enclosure, after the spider lesson, because all I heard was, "Aren't you gonna keep it"?, when I took it to the woodpile to release it 😅 So now, I have a new friend and it has been lovingly named "Wolvie Spidery" 😂 I know that story came out of left field, but I had to share it with y'all ❤ Also, I agree with you, Billie...H Macs are phenomenal spiders. I actually ordered (and paid for) ONE. I ended up with 4! Lol 😂 I'm not complaining though 😊 Since I commented last, I've adopted two Giant Huntsmans and two Velvet Spiders. I'm thoroughly enjoying, and respecting, the hobby. Hope y'all have a phenomenal week ahead, much love and high fives...ttyl!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Mara! Four H. macs for the price of one? What a great deal! haha And I'm glad to hear that someone else is venturing out into the world of true spiders. We had an excellent holiday, thank you! And that is so awesome about "Wovie Spidery". hahaha That's great that your granddaughter has a love for them as well. :)

[@Jim-o1g2j]

Tom great video. You presented T’s and spiders I’ve never seen before. I think I figured out why you don’t have issues with you critters. One word, respect. Thank you again.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate that. :)

[@Jim-o1g2j]

@@TomsBigSpiders Just the truth as I see it.

[@MOONOVERMIAMI]

Hello great video information nice tarantula colors Tom

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thanks so much, Moon!

[@kaliimc]

Beautiful creatures, thank you Tom for sharing.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you so much!

[@michaeltaylor2449]

AWESOME !!!!!!!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hi, Machael! Thanks!

[@Therese_Dreaming]

This video coming out on June 1st doesn't feel like a coincidence! Love it!! I've only recently discovered your channel but I've been listening the podcast to death because it's just such a great source of uncomplex but concentrated information. You're doing the lord's work Tom! Love, Tess

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you so much, Tess! I truely appreciate it. :)

[@AdsArachnids]

Absolutely loved this video. Hugely jealous of so many of the beauties you keep!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, bud! Well, I'm jealous of your amazing photography...so we're even? haha Hope all is well with you!

[@joannegalway1226]

Hi Tom, hope you’re doing great. WOW!! What a star studded video! I’m totally blown away by this bevy of beautiful tarantula and real spiders! Thanks for sharing. Take care Tim, enjoy the rest of your week and weekend 😀😀🕷️

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Sorry for the late reply, Joanne! Thank you so much! This one was a lot of fun to put together! Take care!

[@kittymorris2989]

Ooooh they are all so beautiful in their own ways!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

I agree, Kitty!

[@Colorista_1]

Thanks Tom. You are my “go to” for all things “tarantula” and spider related. You are the biggest reason I no longer fall into a dead faint (not exaggerating) whenever I encounter any arachnids. Hopefully one day I’ll actually have a tarantula of my own. Blessings!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

That's so awesome! Thank you so much!

[@kriswTmom]

Fabulous showcase of so many beautiful spiders! Great video as always 🕷️💜

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you, Kris!

[@kristiannolasco8451]

When im struggling to find something here comes Tom to save the day thank you brother

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Ha! Thanks, Kristian! :)

[@kristiannolasco8451]

@TomsBigSpiders no problem I know what this means! 😂

[@TomsBigSpiders]

@@kristiannolasco8451 Hahaha It means that I'm putting out the video I couldn't finish up on Saturday! haha

[@chrisobt]

Hi Tom, I hope you and your family are doing well and everyone is healthy. You shared a great video with us. I really enjoyed getting an up-to-date insight into your collection. Seeing the spiders like this is always fantastic and I can't get enough of it. Greetings from Germany, Chris 🤘

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Chris! We certainly can't complain. I hope that all is well on your end!

[@michaelnancyamsden7410]

Lovely video. My favorite is the H. mac.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

They are a stunning species, Michaelnancy!

[@pepperlee2313]

I'm late watching your video Tom. Thank you for this video I really enjoyed seeing the colors of different tarantulas.❤

[@TomsBigSpiders]

And I'M late replying! haha Thanks so much, Pepper!

[@johnlash6511]

Phormingochilus pennelhewlettorum..cream ,blue and black 1 of my favorites 😊tom.. but u r correct the right lighting is key to seeing the difference in color 😮

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, John! I'll have to check out some pics of them. Thanks!

[@drdoolittlefishhobbyist6055]

A great showcase there Tom and wow that purple at the end, stunning. I’m like you Tom and think the brown spiders are not appreciated as much as they should be. In actual fact 2 of my all time favourite ts are the curly hair and the LP. Hope you’re all keeping well buddy.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, bud! Sorry for the late reply! Yeah, I love the brown ones as well. I do videos like this more for the folks who aren't aware that they come in a bunch of different colors. It can help to get them interested. Hope all is well!

[@GeorgeCardiff]

Brilliant Tom as always, and every spider 🕷 featured in superb condition, you really are a credit to tarantula keeping.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you so much, George!

[@Teacherspetspoods]

Boehmei can indeed be skittish and quick to be spooked. But if you're calm they won't get spooked so easily. They are always on display and great eaters! Such a beautiful species

[@TomsBigSpiders]

I have two females and I love them; they are stunning spiders. That said, many folks hear "Brachypelma" and think that the spider will be docile. My two are quite skittish and always have been, and I think that it's important for folks interested in this species to know and to be prepared for. Sure, temperaments may vary from spider to spider, but it's good to be prepared for one that may be a little more high strung.

[@Teacherspetspoods]

@@TomsBigSpiders I would say that mine will probably tolerate handling but I've never tried. I'm just afraid something would spook her and she bolts of my hand. I agree that this species is probably not as docile as some others in the same genus. I definitely wouldn't recommend handling a boehmei. I would only ever do that if the spider decides to go for a walk onto my hand by herself. Though... I highly doubt this species would ever just do that.

[@rogerroach6278]

Excellent video Tom.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you, Roger!

[@RealMelodyBlue]

They're all sooo pretty ❤ you're not helping me make up my mind!! I was set on Gramostola pulchripes but now I'm undecided....again. thanks a lot Tom 😂

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Haha Sorry, Melody! :) haha

[@erikdieterle6586]

Hey Tom . Love the video such beautiful animals. My favorite part of any video is seeing the spider. Gonna have to keep an eye out for a P. sp. Purple gorgeous spider. Just a comment for your podcast yeah my T. Abopulosis is totally a dirt spider. I rarely see her now even as an adult. Surprised you didn't mention M. robustom as you are the only person that has care info to give them room to burrow . Mine definitely does and it's always a treat to see her. Have a great day bud.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Erik! Yeah, I try to make these videos about the spiders and NOT me. haha As for the M. robustum, I have always considered that one to be a fossorial species 100%. I think that there is some misinformation out there saying that they are terrestrial. I'll be posting the video version of the burrowing terrestrials later today, and the M. robustum will be included. Thanks!

[@lynnettecook6973]

So beautiful!!!! I loved your video, you must make more!!!!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you so much, Lynette!

[@dilwindersingh-x7b]

a great red tarantula i like victori and devamatha.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Yeah, I tried to get some footage of my victori, but she wasn't cooperating. haha

[@billsmith1998]

Ive noticed when ppl say they have a "mean" spider. its in a very small container without enough space and dirt to create a proper burrow. it has nowherr to go, so as soon as you open the container and disturb the webbing, it will threat pose.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

I've seen a LOT of those as well, bill. If you give them their space, they are usually not "mean" at all.

[@LadyKakizaki]

Hey Tom! Fantastic video as always! I absolutely love how everything you do is educational, you're not just giving us a a slideshow of pretty spiders you're actually explaining stuff about them which makes it way more interesting. I may have to pick up a T. vagans, your girl is super pretty! I LOVE that you kept the name Betty White! My P. auratus is also named Betty White for obvious reasons (she's my golden girl!) ✨ Also, I found myself binge watching jumping spider videos about an hour ago and I have to tentatively retract some of my previous statements regarding jumping spiders. I have one right now and I'm obsessed with the way she hunts and her cute little pedipalp movements. While I still think that some things about the fad can be detrimental, I no longer blame the jumping spiders, rather I blame the new keepers who fail to research appropriately. I'm also hoping to pick up a velvet spider in the future, so I no longer hold the venom and animosity against the "cute" spiders. Oops. I actually rescued a jumping spider stuck in its moult about a week ago, I had to gently trim away her moult. It was painstaking and tedious but like of course I tried to help. She looked like she was recovering but I came home to find she had popped off a leg that was still a bit stuck and bled out. Not going to lie, I was pretty devastated. Hopefully I will be able to grab up another, they are just so much fun to watch hunt and feed. Hope all is going well with you and your family. Keep up the awesome work, Tom! - Charlotte

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Charlotte! Sorry for the late reply. The last two weeks of school were super busy, and I totally got behind. Hahahaha NOW you change your mind! Where were you when Tarantula Kat decided that in my podcast, I was making fun of her? haha Seriously, I get it because I was the exact same way. The problem is, one of the ways keepers "research" these days is to watch popular social media personalities. They see someone with thousands of subscribers on Instagram and decide that the person MUST know what he/she is doing. Sadly, they are often very wrong. It's still a major issue in the hobby. And I'm so sorry to hear about that little jumping spider. :( I hope all is well! Tom

[@LadyKakizaki]

@@TomsBigSpiders hey Tom! I totally agree and omg I don’t follow her so I didn’t even know! Ugh! I did manage to catch another jumping spider of the same species the other day! I started training my second new tech last week and I’m so excited for yellow jacket season! Hope all is well with you and Billie! - Charlotte

[@thyeconomy]

It’s Been over a year and I have 44 8legged freak babies. So cute watching them grow.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

That's awesome!

[@Orygun]

Woot! A new episode YAY! Thank you for your effort have a great day!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thanks so much! :)

[@Lisa-eu9fy]

Awesomeness as always!!!🕷🕷🕷♥️♥️♥️

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you so much, Lisa!

[@vic7006]

my H.formosus whenever I open the enclosure: Freeeedooooom

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hahaha A lot of folks say that theirs try to bolt when the enclosure is opened! haha

[@Xandoscritters]

My pampho Tigris molted for the 3rd time last week. Now a black with pinkish on the carapace! Looks Absolutely amazing! That velvety black is crazy 😅

[@TomsBigSpiders]

She sound gorgeous! I love that velvety look!

[@FeebsTarantulas]

Amazing video

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you!

[@candyscott489]

So Tom I’ve been wanting to tell you. My barely sub-adult female versicolor I thought was in her hide in pre-molt for way too long. So I took the back off & what did I find, but a phantom egg sac !! Managed to feed her & pull the beautiful white sac packed with little dried up eggs. 😳😳😳😳

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Wow! I don't hear about that happening too much with that species. You might want to find her a male, because she is ready! haha

[@johanneabelsen1644]

30:48: I call this species The Cruella spider, because I think it reminds me of Cruella de Vil. 😂

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Johanne! Haha I can see that!

[@Gunderson666]

Hello Tom ! Will there be a podcast episode tomorrow? I've been binging the episodes and I'm almost caught up... Really enjoy the podcast and appreciate the information you give !

[@TomsBigSpiders]

I'm planning one at the moment, but it depends on how I feel. I spent the last couple of weeks with a nasty sinus infection, which was making it difficult (and incredibly painful) to talk.

[@JJDigitalartStudio]

I see no feathers on this T. lol. I think this is a roach Spider. She does not eat chicken. You have so many colored T's and spiders. I love them, I love color. Hi Billie. I know you are working the cam. Have a great weekend.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hahaha She doesn't have her feathers in yet. Thanks so much, and Billie says hello! I hope all is well!

[@JJDigitalartStudio]

@@TomsBigSpiders Mike, my hubby is having surgery this week. Keep him in your prayers.

[@ZaryaTheLaika]

35:39 - thank you

[@TomsBigSpiders]

You're most welcome!

[@prixalternative4201]

Wow nice 👍

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you!

[@spiderrico250]

I personally prefer your philosophy on not disturbing your spiders for footage and photos. What footage you do end up getting is usually in the enclosure and I really appreciate seeing what a species does to its enclosure when doing my research. I mean really, most of them hide for considerable amounts of time, so the biggest question I ask when buying a spider isn't so much "what color is it?", or "How big does it get?"...it's "Does it web?" So being able to see what a lot of these species do to their enclosure means a lot more to me in doing research than the guys who put them on a stage under lighting. Yeah there's the aspect of "respecting your animals" but I am here to learn so when I see a species in one of your videos I may have overlooked that has considerable amounts of webbing, I'm like alright, time to scroll the websites and get to ordering. I know you're educating, but let me tell you, you're a hell of a salesman lol 😆

[@egzy7859]

Unlike Richard from Tarantula Collective he often took his Ts out for filming it was so unnecessary. You can actually notice his Gbb is limping and kinda lethargic I say due to the handling....

[@TomsBigSpiders]

I REALLY appreciate that. I tend to get some comments about the footage not being the best because I try not to disturb the spider for photo shoots. I feel that I have to explain that every once in a while. Hahaha I feel like I cost people so much money at times. haha And I'm working on a video about heavy webbing spiders right now... ;) Thanks again!

[@Sted916boy]

Az blondes are amazing beginners Ts love mine had her since 2021so sweet hearted

[@TomsBigSpiders]

They can definitely be great starters!

[@chimpy666]

Tom love your pods and videos, would you be able to do a video or a pod on Cyriopagpus or Ornithoctoninae species talk to us who adore the earth tigers and their care and yes they are pet holes but they never get any coverage.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

I've been meaning to for year, but I keep getting males! haha

[@gerardo5047]

My B. papalutlensis just molted and my god it's such a beautiful spider blue legs, pink carpace and a reddish booty. One of the most beautiful T

[@TomsBigSpiders]

She sound gorgeous!

[@spydermatt01]

Great selection no need to include the gbb when you have the brazilian blue beauty basically the same colours your xenethsis sp. bright is absolutely stunning definitely going to add one to my collection hopefully i can get a male

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Except that there is an ongoing "battle" between those who prefer the GBB and those who like DD. haha

[@Gtang78]

Thanks for this Tom, how's the valhalla? I've just got 2 slings

[@MitchellDavis-mq4no]

Hi Tom

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Mitchell!

[@gigi4xo]

how many do you have now?

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Around 225.

[@ttv.snakez1x402]

I got into the hobby because of colorful Ts but I started liking more simple ones too like N chromatus and AZ blondes red baboons 💪🏽

[@TomsBigSpiders]

I think a lot of us do that! We soon realized that the simple ones are just as, and often more, beautiful.

[@Artsandarthropods]

Hey Tom! I emailed you about maybe using this idea? but in case you didn’t respond (no problem just wanted to make sure this reaches you ) I was wondering if I could use these species and the name “Rainbow of spiders” to make crochet plushies. I have 3 T’s of my own and would love to re create these beautiful species in a even cuter and stuffed animal way ❤❤❤

[@TomsBigSpiders]

That's fine by me. Be sure to send me some photos!

[@Artsandarthropods]

@@TomsBigSpiders Hey there!! Just sent the photos in a video format to you! Hope you enjoy :)

[@reubenplasencia6530]

Please do a video on Pamphobeteus Sp. Cascada

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Reuben! I'll have to get one first! I currently have P. antinous, P. sp. Duran, P. mascara, and P. Arana pollito.

[@madhokte]

Happy Pride, Tom!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Thank you!

[@TheApacheTrail]

ick

[@AverageCanadianStinky]

rufilata is the best green spider

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Ehhhh...they are quite nice.

[@kittymorris2989]

What is a pokie?

[@TomsBigSpiders]

It's a nickname for Peocilotheria species.

[@zachpoley6648]

TOM I HAVE A TARANTULA EMERGANCY my time is 7:01 happening now please reapond

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Oh man...I'm so sorry that I didn't see this! Did everything turn out okay???

[@Johnant338]

I bought a T. Vegans from my local reptile shop and it had recently molted so its colors were what attracted me. I still love the spider, I’ve had it for a few weeks now and I’m not sure if your t. Vagans do it, but mine burrowed into its new enclosure like a fossorial.

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, John! One of mine sure did. I'm actually posting a video later today where I talk about some of the terrestrial spiders that burrow a bit.

[@Johnant338]

I’ve tried to find videos on the T. Vagans burrowing but I’m not sure if they’re not a popular tarantula, or if it’s just my tarantula. Having other tarantulas, I’m used to non typical behavior from them. But I’ve never seen a vagans make a burrow like mine. It’s almost the entire bottom of the enclosure has tunnels

[@TomsBigSpiders]

I think that a lot of folks hear that they are "terrestrial" and don't give them enough substrate to burrow in. In my opinion, this is why some folks will report that theirs are defensive and "nasty." I have two, and one is laid back and doesn't burrow. The other burrows.

[@FallonZoey]

First let me say I love all your content & how thurough you are. I watch your videos, read your blog posts, & listen to the podcast! Secondly, i have filled out the thing on your website several times trying to ask you a question. I'm going to email you after I watch this video...my email address has fallonzoey in it so hopefully you'll be able to find it!

[@TomsBigSpiders]

Hey, Fallon! I swear that I've responded to a couple of yours before. I definitely recognize the name... Did you end up emailing again?