Poecilotheria metallica, Gooty Ornamental rehouse and care

[@teressakelley9454]

I only own a dog & cat. Spiders are not my thing. But, I find them so beautiful in appearance & their ability to make webs. Dave, I have such respect for your channel for treating your spiders with the respect, care, & love they deserve.Thanks for being informative & sharing with all of us. Your beasties really are beautiful!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you so much ❤

[@lynsey9814]

I rescued a little cornsnake that was found straying on the street local to me, Dave (near Glasgow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿). I kept him a couple of weeks in a temporary enclosure. I contacted the SSPCA and local police and now he's officially mines, 😍 I bought him a new viv and full set up. Bought myself a glue gun and some fake leaves to make decor for his new home, I didn't realise how good spraying the glue works, but my goodness, it works an absolute treat! Thanks for the tip! And yes, I may have gotten some of the damn stuff on my fingers, lol 😂x

[@daveslittlebeasties]

It s great stuff ❤

[@Gombo_888]

You two as human beings are examples of wellfair well being, kindness, wiseness, respect for the living, thanks to you i'm healing my fear, for years now, of spiders. Long live to you and this chanel.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@susannesamuelsson2930]

Thank you, dear Dave and Sweet Camera Lady, for yet an amazing and interesting video! Take care all, lots of love ❤️!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Glad you enjoyed it ❤️❤️

[@EvokeASMR]

What a beautiful girl she is. It’s so interesting to hear about their lifespan, behaviours and medical significance. I have seen videos of these being handled and I didn’t know how serious and long lasting a bite from one of these could be until you said here. You are so respectful, knowledgable and caring. I’m sure she’ll love her new home! Thank you Dave and camera lady for another wonderful video. ☺️❤️

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Your very welcome ❤

[@BethanysSpiders]

Pokies will always make me think of you Dave, especially the Metallica 💙

[@daveslittlebeasties]

😂thank you ❤❤❤hope your well

[@killerdude666]

I have 2x gooty sapphire ornamental tarantula myself there gorgeous and so pretty to keep great pics and they don't care about the lights i use i know people say there sensitive to light but i never had a issue yeah

[@SelenesCreationsByTheSea]

Oh my she is just gorgeous !!. I could never understand why ppl let those medical significant spiders crawl all over them etc. Brilliant job from both you and camera lady

[@jackieM88890]

I think the people crave the attention the spider gets! lol

[@gcrauwels941]

She's well bahaved ! The slow deliberate approach works really well.

[@metalpaper5321]

My dream tarantula, I already have 2 other poki’s

[@DragonflyArtz1]

She is beautiful! You have the magic touch Dave. i hope she breeds well. Great job Camera Lady! Peace.

[@amyesworldcatherinesminime7945]

I'll say this again, P. metallica was the species who told me I must learn to not be creeped out by spiders. After watching many Beastie, and other videos, I can now be enthusiastic about spider-kind 😊

[@didisaythat4230]

They just remain so beautiful. The blue is pretty and flashy, but they change just a pretty.

[@JeanetteSteinbergova]

Very beautiful Poe.❤💯👍

[@GeorgeCardiff]

Brilliant Dave, they're a beautiful species of spider 🕷, and as you rightly said, should be bred in captivity, anyway Dave that's another super job by yourself and camera 📷 lady Dave.

[@konohamarusaurtobi409]

Hi Dave 🕷 and Camera 📷 lady love your videos keep up the good work.

[@graemewright2046]

the information you give and the education on the spiders PROFF is quality and with a purpose to help the hobby. i am with you that why do people hold and run spiders across their body. great footage CAMERA LADY. take care guys and many thanks--PS see you at BRISTOL

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Can’t wait my friend ❤

[@SeverusSnape12345]

I have 3 pokies, a metallica sling, a juvie rufilata, qnd a juvie regalis. They are such beautiful spiders!

[@nataliecordell6628]

Another fab rehouse of a beautiful well behaved spider, I really appreciate how gentle and respectful you are with them Dave I’m sure they know their in good hands. 🕸️🕷️

[@omega465]

My Metallica also sunbathes like this. 90% of the time when I go into the room, she’s out on display. The thing is though, any time there’s even the smallest vibration, she runs back into her den. I think they’re sensitive to vibration, not light. Amazing display species

[@Torqan]

Same for mine. She took a while to get used to her enclosure as I got her but after that shes always outside. Most of the time at the entrance of her hide. But if I dare to open the door to mosture the enclosure she runs back in a blink of an eye

[@Quazawe]

Thank you for busting the pokie light sensitivity myth I always knew that one was fake

[@Christinas_creatures]

She's such a beautiful good girl! I love my pokies and have the metallica, regalis, rufilata and vittata.

[@lynnettecook6973]

She's beautiful!! Mine died due to a bad molt and I was heartbroken. Here (USA) they are expensive $150+ so I haven't gotten another. Perhaps one day.

[@A.Steeeve]

If enjoyed it ? lol This one is and seems like will remain the ❤ of my life. For my eyes this is the most beautiful spider in the world 😍 I like all Pokies, but this one is like a love at first sight. Thanks for the vid guys🙏

[@JohnnysCafe_]

To me the big colourful spiders of the Indian subcontinent are the most impressive, i think the markings make them appear massive.

[@spiderrico250]

Pokies are #1. 🎉I lean towards the black and white toned species. My vitatta is the crown jewel of my collection. ❤

[@albarosewilliams7443]

Yay! Another pokie! Such beautiful spiders!

[@belindalaing7592]

Very pretty spider and she calmed down so fast 😊👍🏻

[@konohamarusaurtobi409]

She's a beautiful spider 🕷 dave and love the colors on her.

[@bridgethoskins9809]

I really enjoy these rehousing and care videos. Dave you have so much valuable information. Great shots of her too Camera Lady. You are so good at making sure we get the best possible look at the spiders. Thank you both for taking the time to share the hobby and help us get the best possible information so that we may have a thriving beastie room of our own!!!

[@dawnt7950]

Another beautiful spider!! You really are amazing!! I kept expecting a bolt. So cool how you almost know exactly what they’re thinking! Excellent shots camera lady!!!❤

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you so much 😀

[@sTEALtooth]

I doubt I'll ever own a tarantula, but if I did, it'd definitely be a Metallica...and I'd name it James 😊

[@pixie706]

As long as you look after it well ...nothing else matters

[@johanneabelsen1644]

Why James?

[@sTEALtooth]

@@johanneabelsen1644 because Kirk and Lars don't sound as good for a spider 😉

[@daveslittlebeasties]

@@sTEALtooth😂😂😂😂

[@jurgenludwig8292]

lol I have 3 and they’re James Kirk and Lars. Originally had 4 but sold one, he was Dave.

[@JoanneKew-t9p]

Wonderful advice. Thankyou. ❤xxx

[@leesreptilesandaquatics6368]

Such a beautiful tarantula I been looking to get one of them for my collection

[@dianaburda5292]

That’s a big beautiful girl ❤

[@mariestubbs4606]

A great rehouse Dave n what a lovely lookin T, n Camera Lady doin some great shots of her what a team ...

[@johnnywilliams2593]

Hey Dave, another great video. Really hope you’re still planning on doing a video on Tarantula longevity / lifespan. I was really looking forward to that one when you mentioned it a few videos ago. You’re a trusted source, and I would really like to hear your opinion on the topic. P.S I hope when you get the new Beastie Room up and running we get to see the Dave’s Beastie neon sign back in the background 👍 Be Calm Be Gentle And Love Your Spider(s)

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Coming soon!

[@janicehonea7613]

Love the video Dave good job, camera, lady

[@judycook4314]

Such a pretty girl with lovely marking! I appreciate your comments about not handling the spiders. I’ve seen some that do and it seems they are in a hurry or not thinking ahead.

[@brendangallagher1186]

Totally agree dave I have a huge ornata that refuses to use her hide. 👊🏼🙏🤷‍♂️🙏🙏. She's always out and about

[@thomasbazin1529]

Hey Dave & Camera Lady! Thanks for the upload! My P metallica is a very calm spider, too. Probably half grown atm (~8cm DLS). After 10-15 days of the enclosure being placed in the same (bright) spot, she's now settled and doesn't care about torchlight from the phone when I want to have a peep at her. Or I can move her enclosure (for feeding or maintenance) without her racing about. :) My first OW, and no regret at all! Cheers guys, keep it up! 🤟

[@chaley2935]

A very beautiful one indeed.

[@DunkinBiscuits]

Well this was just perfect timing, I am rehousing my female Metallica on the weekend. She is in a top opening enclosure and it’s not ideal for maintenance so we will be rehousing her into an exo Terra. I’ve done a few rehousings now and all have gone very well but honestly I have been a little nervous about this one just because I have to get her out through the top. I didn’t want to use a catch tub as it’s a little more awkward through the top sometimes so was planning to transfer the cork as you did here. Feeling much more confident now after watching this. Also I have three bags of beastie mix 😁 waiting to go into enclosures that I collected a couple of weeks ago. It really does look like a great substrate and can’t wait to use it.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Good luck 🤞

[@molliggemandarijn]

I guess you know your girl Dave. I myself wouldnt dare sticking my hand in a poeci's enclosure. But if with any Poeci's id understand it best with Metallica. Mine was so Docile and easy. Compare it to my Regalis and i almost need Heavy Armour to rehouse that DEMON 😆😆😆

[@SteveMcT]

Making that situation look easy 😂

[@kennysweeney7073]

Brilliant video guys beautiful spider thank you guys xxxx xxxx

[@gregglogan9553]

love. the video beautiful spider

[@williamking1554]

WOW

[@Hayley0412]

I love your rehousing you always make the enclosures look clean and fresh! I think the Pokies are beautiful but I don’t think I will ever keep them, and now I don’t have to because I get to go on your channel and watch you keeping them! Is it ok if I message you on KZbin? How many spiders do you have now? I love your videos I always look forward to a Monday and Thursday you make my day! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mikepetersen7319]

Ah, such a pretty one❤You've made a good speech about handling venomous Animals, but I fear some People will never learn...unless they get bitten. And than it's all the fault of that naughty and agressive Animal😔

[@melaniezagata4402]

I sure love the pokies Dave! The P Metallica is my favorite but, they are all beautiful in their own way. Looking forward to your new room Dave. Can't wait ❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@daveslittlebeasties]

You and me both! ❤️

[@TellesTarantulas]

Every time i watch your videos my want list of ts go up 😂

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤️❤️👍

[@deewhitcha6014]

one of these days I'll make the jump and get a pokie :)

[@michaeltaylor2449]

AWESOME video Dave s STUNNING T

[@drips1030]

Sje is a real beauty 💖

[@shogun678]

Love your videos guys. Great job.

[@kittysparkleeyes]

I love this channel! Lots of one of my faves, the poecilotheria which is inspiring me to get more 😂

[@daveslittlebeasties]

That's awesome! 🙏

[@jamesd4013]

lovely

[@DoctorPolski]

Fantastic advice about NOT handling these creatures. When I talk to people about re-housing or similar activities I always say "moving" them rather than "handling" them to avoid any confusion. Also, use WD40 to get that tape residue off once you've got the plastic layer away.

[@marie-louisesegerlov8625]

a favorite ❤❤❤❤

[@donaldretallack9743]

Expertly handled as always dave!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you 🙏

[@mal3689]

Awsome job buddy, see you at the western show👍😎

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤❤❤

[@mowolf2620]

My P. vittata is only out during the night hours, but she doesn't shy away from light, not even the flashlight from my phone. Not that I put that on her on a regular basis, of course, but I definitely noticed that it's not as light sensitive as I often heard they are!

[@Tarantulautist]

Just got a female. So excited 2nd old world in my collection

[@stuartbutler9883]

Hi Dave seen u at the show in Thornbury 2022 with my mate. Will be bringing the kids on Sunday hopefully meet u. Stu from bridgend south wales. Kids will be Violet and ioan

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Should be a great day ❤

[@ThePollaton]

It’s crazy how much her colouring kept changing according to the light. ❤❤

[@kieronstone2549]

Brilliant video. I just brought a juvi female off you today!!! This video is ace. (Thornbury show)

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the support at the show was a lovely day 👍

[@kieronstone2549]

@@daveslittlebeasties was an amazing day. Wife and kids loved it. Your partner was very helpful.

[@mikewaterfield3599]

God they are pretty.

[@craneman2201]

what a wunderfull coloured spider, I have 3 of these now, the oldest one with fading coulours. Is it common for older spiders to lose the colours, I remember you telling the same thing happens to the Birupes simoroxygorum, I have quite a few blue coloured spiders like the birupes, lividus, electric blue, sazimai etc. its a bit dissapointing that they lose the colours when they get older if so.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Yes they all do unfortunately

[@candyscott489]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@traciecabral1794]

I so needed a Beastie night tonight, I lost my brother this morning

[@joegrossman5073]

I'm so sorry for your loss

[@NoahRoy-c1v]

I’m so sorry for your loss. 😢 Dave does have that effect where he makes the whole world melt around you and makes everything better temporarily.

[@traciecabral1794]

@@NoahRoy-c1v absolutely

[@janicehonea7613]

I’m so sorry for your loss. My sympathy is with you and your family. May God Jehovah be with you.. Your brother has the opportunity to be resurrected and you’ll be able to see him once again through the name of Jesus Christ and my prayers are with you📸🙏🙏

[@BuffyLynn]

So sorry for you. It is good to have distractions that allow you those few moments to forget the loss.❤😢

[@Ayatron34]

I saw a video from a large tarantula channel, where three guys were picking up the spider having it crawl on their arm the spider flying off onto the table and them lauging about it - I was like, whats so funny? It's plain reckless.

[@johanneabelsen1644]

I tried the clay ball thing with my Brachypelma emilia, but she hated them, and dug them all up.😂 She is quite the crafty spider. As we speak, she has just made sort-of a sculpture out of the potting peat, that is her substrate.

[@MatEadon]

Hi Dave great video as per usual Is the 20x20x30 exo terra a good forever home for a Metallica?

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Yes, absolutely

[@marie-louisesegerlov8625]

GEORGIUS GIRL BEAUTIFUL ❤❤❤

[@mal3689]

Gorgeous😋

[@davechristopher6462]

Thank you for talking me out of buying an old world tarantula. I was considering an OBT but changed my mind after I heard you say " rest of your life pain after a bite" No thanks! I think I will stick to a grammastola pulchripes. Slow docile and if you get bit so what. Wash it with soap and water and move on. I had no idea a bite can cause lifetime problems for a keeper of pokies.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Any bite from any venomous creature can cause ongoing pain and discomfort from the bite wound no matter what it was that you was bitten by? I would not discount keeping anything , if your careful and considerate theres no reason why you should ever get bitten 👍

[@NoahRoy-c1v]

Well if it isn’t my favourite tarantula species from my favourite content creator. Now this will be a treat! Don’t forget to like & subscribe guys! Let’s get Dave to 100K this year!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤

[@TenkosSSJ]

Did you not use a drain mesh between the clay balls and substrate, or were plants able to pierce thorugh it with their roots?

[@daveslittlebeasties]

They grow along the top of it 👍

[@cookie3723]

where does he get his enclosures and how do you buy from him

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Message me on Facebook

[@phillipadoran9341]

Hey, you guys, I have been watching. I've just been in hospital again😢so I couldn't comment on their WiFi, but videos you guys love em😊

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Glad we can help. with the boredom of hospital and hope your out soon ❤️

[@phillipadoran9341]

@daveslittlebeasties you both always help. I can't wait for new room

[@jer8177]

Gotta love those pokies. I have a question, where is the best marketplace for selling / rehoming your tarantulas? I am looking to downsize a bit, but I don't know where to start. I don't use Facebook. I have heard arachnoboards is an option, but if someone could suggest where to go and maybe post a link that would be great. ❤

[@daveslittlebeasties]

You can email me a list I will take them [e-mail] 👍

[@cynthialbell9023]

Hi Dave That pokie was very pretty, and calm. Very nice enclosure. Very good questions, and excellent answers from you. Very nice views of her camera lady. Your knowledge about light sensitivity,proves that they like to come and sit in the light. A lot of your spiders were out. I hope that you have a nice day.❤🕷️🕸️Cindy

[@jer8177]

@@daveslittlebeasties Cool. Have e-mailed.

[@stuartbaillie3083]

Hey Dave I’m wondering if your pokies are only living 9 or so years is because of the temps they’re kept at. I know a guy with a 16 year old Poecilotheria regalis I’m wondering if keeping them cooler not cold slows down the growth rate allowing for them to out live ones who’ve lived in 80+ degrees.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Quit possibly ?

[@Inn3rWarri0r]

I’ve just had a juvie that I was hoping to be a male for my big female moult out as a female 😂😂

[@OC_Tarantulas]

The light sensitivity is more because of people come up with a superbright flashlight and shine it straight at the spider i think. Imagine someone shining a 5k lumen led light in ones face. No one would like that, not even a spider. And.., i have somethjng nice for you buddy. See you at Bristol 👌👌😁👍

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Cant wait to see you my friend ❤️👍

[@wademorris4749]

Speaking of delayed venom reactions was bitten on the hand by aprarie rattler and five years later he had to have two fightsgers amputated. Due to constant pain.

[@Mufc-m9c]

Dave do you sell online or just at shows? Trying to find a poeci but everywhere seems to be out of stock?

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Yes message me on Facebook for a list

[@Mufc-m9c]

@@daveslittlebeasties Ok. Thank you so much.

[@BsktImp]

Just realised I'm experiencing egg sac opening withdrawal symptoms.

[@johanneabelsen1644]

😂🎉 Awesome.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

I’m sure we. An sort that for you ❤

[@BsktImp]

@@daveslittlebeasties Top gent. Thank you, sir.

[@pixie706]

Does the gel sold for pot plants to retain water work with spiders .

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Not tried it ?

[@donsabok9687]

I have a question hello Dave quick question is there a benefit to placing the water tray on top for the aerboreal species compared to leaving the dish on the substrate ?

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Arboreal meens they prefer to be off the ground so makes sense to have it up high 👍👌

[@Onlyfangs_tarantulas]

Hi dave, will i have any of these this sunday ?

[@daveslittlebeasties]

We only have a couple available 😂

[@Onlyfangs_tarantulas]

@daveslittlebeasties iv been looking for one of these since Xmas, they are just so hard to find, super excited for Sunday thou!

[@danny_mack]

cant lie i wasnt expecting the difference in colouring from the blue legs to the grey/brown abdomen

[@gordwright2351]

Question Dave would not having clay balls make it harder to keep humidity or still remain the same ?

[@shsd7579]

its not that hard to keep humidity personally ive never used clayballs and ive never had a problem :) might make it slightly easier but i dont think the diffrence would be noticable

[@gordwright2351]

@shsd7579 I've never had a problem myself. Like you said the clay balls just make it easier

[@daveslittlebeasties]

The clay balls help in giving more room for mistakes in over watering and yes they will help with humidity as would a deep substrate 👍

[@waynerowley]

A beautiful spider for sure, and very chilled - fortunately. To me though your rehousing felt unnecessarily long and risky this time. A lot of time holding the bark outside the enclosure. She was clearly getting restless at times. She could have jumped or bolted at any time and without warning. I’m concerned that less experienced keepers may follow suite.

[@marcellacruser951]

He's teaching. People know that.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

She showed no interest in moving and really calm , if it looked like she was restless I would have moved her straight into her new enclosure I dont want to be chasing her around the room 😂 👍

[@cynthialbell9023]

Hi Sorry that my comment is late. She is very pretty in the light. Very well behaved. You are so gentle with your spiders. Love your channel, and all of the interesting information about them. Excellent video camera lady. Cindy USA

[@brewser1129]

Back in January I purchased an unsexed Gooty juvenile sling. My Gooty has molted three times since and is a confirmed female. For those who are interested in Gootys, they are one of the few tarantula species that are sexually dimorphic. They greyish & blue legs is a female, and males are more brown. I keep mine in my living room with natural light. I can also attest that mine isn’t light sensitive

[@IamValak-j9e]

do you think the Metallica's colouring is a danger waring becuase of its venom toxicisty ?

[@daveslittlebeasties]

We dont know why some are blue ?

[@IamValak-j9e]

@@daveslittlebeasties well we know know that tarantula colours are due to the proteins in the exostkeleton reflecting in the ultra violet spectrum

[@joegrossman5073]

First lol

[@IamValak-j9e]

picking up any trantula is a bad idea

[@БаходурЗоиров-щ7з]

Hi Dave. Ihave 25 P. Metallicas L6-7. Can we distinguish them visually which is male or female? They are all in one incl.

[@johanneabelsen1644]

If they are full-grown adult specimens, the males will have tibial hooks and bulbous pedipalps. They will also have longer, skinner legs than the females. 😊

[@daveslittlebeasties]

When young I don’t think so it’s always just a geuss ❤

[@thelizarddude]

I haf an s cal run on to my back and I was by myself. What a disaster

[@triam88]

Have you stopped using clay balls?

[@daveslittlebeasties]

We explained in the video 😂

[@triam88]

@daveslittlebeasties I was too fast 🙈 - thanks 🙏