Pairing the GBB , Green Bottle Blue

[@Blestyr]

Its incredible the variety of complexities we see in the spider mating rituals. Some are quick at it, taking only seconds, while others take so many hours. I wouldn't have an idea without your videos Dave. They're awesome and while respecting the spiders. Such a rewarding experience!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you 🙏

[@Ujuani68]

Poor GBB dad... he had to jump for his life!😰 That must have been a big project, getting all of the drumming/waiting filmed, and ALSO making sure, that she didn't eat the little dude. 😯 Let's hope for some lovely offspring from these 2. Absolutely beautiful, always a must to have.

[@lucnadeau2821]

10-11 hours of courtship rituals ?! Yikes ! That is indeed a long process. Goes to show that people breeding these are a dedicated lot. Best of luck for a sac, Dave. Stay safe and thanks for sharing :)

[@angielovesowls]

The Green Bottle Blues are so beautiful and they definitely go in for a long romantic pairing. Here’s hoping you get a fat egg sac and bunches of slings - I’ll be looking forward to it !! Thanks so much for a great video !

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you 🙏

[@lazyboy3582]

I felt personally attacked when u said don’t fast forward it 😂🤣🤣 I’m guilty of that sometimes as i wanna get to the good bit but smashing video as always! 💥

[@candyscott489]

A pairing video is just not the same without your narration !! 💙🧡💚

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤️❤️❤️

[@traviscoombes3578]

I have been raising a GBB for a year. Started at 3/4 of an inch, and now it's a juvenile.

[@Ujuani68]

Does it still have the "Christmas tree" on the back? Their transformation in color is absolutely fascinating. 🙆‍♂️👍

[@joannewakeley8026]

'They're just trying to escape each other' - we've all been there after a date. 😂 I love GBBs; such gorgeous colours. I'm so scared of spiders but I feel like watching your videos is giving me a better understanding of them, and I can finally see their beauty.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thats awesome ❤❤❤

[@pennypink3759]

Well thanks to your patience we got this video. They should be called the patience spider 😊 very beautiful spiders.

[@GodisTruth914]

These are the prettiest tarantulas I have ever seen

[@RealMelodyBlue]

I watched all the way through! I love the GBB's! They are so stunning, and beautiful. I hope she lays an egg sac, would love to see some babies.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Me too 😂👍

[@brianduffy9757]

Beautiful spiders! I really thought she had him at the end. Best of luck with them Dave.

[@r.ichie.]

This was super cool. I've never seen an attempted kill and it isn't successful. My dude was not trying to die today

[@heidicaldwell9383]

That male was out of there. I was worried about him for a second.

[@Benzos6149]

I didn’t cheat 😉 That was a very ‘quick’ 10 minutes, incredibly easy to watch - what gorgeous specimens they are too! Perfect condition as always, and superb editing from quality footage - all those hours squeezed into 10 captivating minutes. In fact, the quality of your videos just doesn’t compare to any others on KZbin - you’re the David Attenborough of the beastie world. Your success has to be down to experience, dedication, and your utmost respect for the spiders and their preconditioning - you should be ver6 proud of your accomplishments, both of you! Good luck, and spinnerets crossed for the sac! Or “Bum Fingers” as one enthusiast describes them. Thanks for your time and expertise dedicated to creating this invaluable resource for the community - it’s perfect for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike! 👍😉

[@noahroy2391]

This message defines Dave in a nutshell.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you for your kind words we really appreciate your support ❤️🙏👍

[@michellegay1165]

Absolutely agree 💯!

[@RealMelodyBlue]

I thought, that couldn't have been 10 minutes already, but I checked and it was. It just went by so fast.

[@Ujuani68]

Bum-fingers!!🤣👍 It really IS amazing, how they can use these, for so many different kinds of webs.

[@D4ni3lS4nk3]

Im from venenzuela, i have been in the territory of these spiders, and saw them, even inside homes, sometimes living basically like an avicularia, the area is a semi-desert place, very hot during the day and also during the nights, with some exceptions, theu do drink water i do not know if they appreciate too much humidity iside the emclosure, but for sure they rarely get it in their lairs constructed in the wild, sometimes we saw them in the upper corner of a wall, where tha wall meets the ceiling),, many times at the base of a bush, sonetimes at ground level, sometimes a bit higher

[@elainebines6803]

I always watch through to the end... I likened his antics to a high jump, with a half twist turn, followed by a bobbity bitterly doo bounce 😊

[@jessewoods6890]

Colour wise Dave these 2 have to be right up there for your best looking Spiders, absolutely beautiful looking & nice big T's as well. you have done it again Dave !!!!!!!!!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@susanelizabeth790]

I watched it without ff 😁 I'll never get bored of watching your videos, so fascinating, and to think just over a year ago I couldn't even LOOK at a still picture of one 😱 thanku Mr and Mrs Dave 🙏😍😍😍

[@daveslittlebeasties]

That is an awesome achievement I am so happy for you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@susanelizabeth790]

@@daveslittlebeasties thank you 🙏😍

[@dldarby82]

So, after looking at weather data from where these guys are from, I found that while the area doesn't get much rain (it looks like a proper desert), the humidity there is often 70-80% except for the warmest parts of the year. I would love to see more pictures/videos of them in the wild. I've only found a couple of videos, and they are really poor quality. I've started keeping mine with a sand drainage layer, under the clay and topsoil mix I use for their substrate. When I fill the water bowl, I let that drainage layer soak in a bunch of extra water. This keeps the humidity pretty high (70%) then I let it dry out to ambient (around 40-50%), but it doesn't make the substrate itself wet, they don't seem to appreciate a wet substrate. I have noticed the increased humidity seems to trigger a molt, as they will almost always time their molt with that spike in humidity.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Yes I have started keeping mine with a higher humidity just like I do my Balfouri 👍

[@hallonegative]

Great video, love GBBs! 💙 My female was my first tarantula, I got her as an unsexed sling and she’s an absolute gem

[@wolfe1970]

Thats dedication filming that for us, thanks, ive just ordered 2 of these as my first Tarantulas

[@MissEwe]

Green bottle blue are gorgeous

[@shawnariley3518]

I couldn’t imagine why someone wouldn’t watch the whole thing I could watch a longer video haha I can’t wait to see all the egg sacks from the recent breedings, I’m hoping for many successes loved the video as always!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thanks for your support my friend ❤️👍

[@Bradimus1981]

A lot of foreplay in this pairing Dave. lol

[@blaxsmith]

my first favorite species… hello guys and gals Super Love

[@The-Spider-King]

Great footage and hopefully it's all a success 🤞🏼

[@happyantuk1995]

Great video good job getting it down to only 10 minutes too. 👍🏻😀🐜🇬🇧

[@N8TIVEWW65]

I could watch your vids for hours. No skipping for me. Love your vids. You and your wife, keep up the great work. Love, peace, blessings and hugs from Lily S., Texas USA

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤️❤️❤️

[@sarahrupert5320]

Wow…so fascinating to see the different mating styles with your spiders! You explained everything in such great detail so we could understand & learn. Another great video-thank you!

[@stevenA44]

I used to have Green Bottle Blue but traded it for another one a few years ago. They are beautiful Tarantulas.

[@kakarikiIck]

Hope you get loads of babies from this pairing Dave and Camera Lady!

[@comicstripgamer1591]

GBB the foreplay master, So close at end. Rooting for the lad. Run run 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️.. Fascinating watch. As always bottom of the wish list for reincarnation is Male Spider 😉

[@itsme_Maze]

I just find every video extremely interesting. Well done and you can see how beautiful this hobby can be. I have a small point of criticism and that is the microphone quality when it is further away. It overdrives a lot and I often have to turn it down to 10%.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

I have come to the conclusion that it’s different device’s that are the problem, most have no problems at all I have tried 3 different mics all worked well my end but still some had problems, I can only think it’s down to your device?

[@itsme_Maze]

@@daveslittlebeasties Its only in the first 1 or 2 min of the Videos and some friends noticed the overdrive too. I think Its because in the first 1 or 2 min the Mic is far away and when it goes into the main part of the Video, the Mic is closer. I mean its not a big problem at all, i just thought maybe i Point it out and maybe i can help somehow to fix it because i really enjoy your Videos its relxing to me and brings back memories :)

[@daveslittlebeasties]

@@itsme_Maze all comments are good 👍 I have been at a loss as to what I can do , I have bought 3 different mics all expensive ☹️and stink differences 😂👍

[@thecatsmeow9972]

They are beautiful tarantulas….the eyes always fascinate me, wondering how they see the world

[@lknanml]

Nothing wrong with every once in a while having to pick up a few things in the room after a bit of "energetic" fun. Like the lamp, chair, the other lamp, full length door mirror, the door it was on, the dresser and the blinds. Sorry about that neighbors...

[@robertherberg9595]

Nice camera work on this one. Love the close ups.

[@jenburkholder6541]

I have a pair in cohabitation now. It's been 2 days, the male is pursuing the female, he taps and does his thing, she backs up and taps, he takes a short walk then comes back to her and they do the whole thing again. They are very subtle and they're both showing signs of being interested in each other. Just soooo slow.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

I feel your pain 😂👍good luck

[@jenburkholder6541]

@@daveslittlebeasties Thank you, and thanks for all your knowledge!

[@loganbaileytarantulabehavi1574]

Well done. Pairing my GBB this week. Giving her a few more days of conditioning. Wish me luck!!!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

You can do it!

[@tinkfinch1674]

Well I stayed for the entire video. So glad you edited it down. The colours are stunning on these spiders. I look forward to the sack retrieval video. Fingers crossed it was successful. Your videos and commentary are the best on You Tube. Please keep doing them as they really are fascinating to watch.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you som much 👍❤

[@crohnscroonerandcats8072]

This really does take some time. I've seen videos of people making sudden movements or trying to sort of, over-coax the spiders. Someone mentioned how sensitive the hairs are. I have not yet owned a T, but this stuff makes sense. I liked to see the natural progression.

[@richardbriansmith8562]

That was yet another AWESOME successful spider pairing Dave's little beasties

[@ember-brandt]

I had paused the video and came back later on to finish it, so I forgot all about your disclaimer in the very beginning - my heart stopped in fear for the poor little guy at the end, lol! So glad that it wasn't any real aggression! Your videos are so educational (and with excellent camera work), and have helped me overcome *_much_* of my arachnophobia, thank you so much for these! This is one of the most gorgeous species of tarantula! I hope the pairing was successful :D

[@susannesamuelsson2930]

Such beautiful spiders 🕷 slow 🐌 at first then everything happens like lightning fast! Thank you Dave and Sweet Camera Lady for yet another great video!👍 Have a wonderful day and week, Susanne 👩‍🦳 and Trollet 🐱🐾❤.

[@susannesamuelsson2930]

🖐❤👍

[@tylociraptor8131]

I looove GBBs. I got my first one recently and I'm already thinking of getting a second. They're such cool spiders.

[@machinistmikethetinkerer4827]

Whew. He just made it I think.

[@lauriefulk3812]

I always stay to the end, it looks like they were dancing. Good luck on an egg sack, that was totally awesome. Good job Dave and camera lady. Happy Monday!!!!!

[@georgeennis4125]

These are one of my favs i have to say dave, got my first juvenile from the barnsley show yesterday. What fascinating behaviour could see how there behaviours could be seen as aggressive but it really wasnt. Beautiful spiders 🕷 and another aweaome video bud

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thanks and good luck with your new addition 👍

[@IanTarrantula]

Chromatopelma cyaneopubescens originates from the very warm and dry deserts of northern Venezuela, Paraguaná. People used to keep them with higher humidity and sadly they didn't do too well. Looks to be a good pairing and glad the little fella got out. Hopefully he done the job. I have never bred these but have heard how slow they are. Great video Dave 👍

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Cheers mate , im not sold on the dry habitat same as I wasn't with the Balfouri 😂👍

[@mariarnliasi2513]

Thes is a stunning and elegant spider 🕷 😍 beautiful color

[@DougA333]

I remember her rehouse video, she's really transformed that piece of driftwood!

[@creature57]

That was different. Thanks Dave.

[@rogthegoodboy3520]

Never could have imagined the mating of Tarantulas could take that long And when it finally happened they were so quick. Love these pairing videos they're so informative!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@courtneylescallett6281]

Another great and educational video. I love the way you describe what's happening during the video it is very helpful to have someone with your knowledge explain the process. Thanks again for everything you do for the community. Keep up the great work Dave and Camara Lady.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Your very welcome 🙏 ❤️❤️❤️

[@chrisshanks4934]

12:11 felt like an instance of "Floor is lava".

[@barbhelle5481]

That was cool. They made up for being slow at the end. They are so pretty. Thank you Dave and camera lady for filming for us.

[@deewhitcha6014]

love GBBs, this was a great treat to wake up to!

[@OC_Tarantulas]

Amazing spiders, good luck getting an eggsack. Great video, thanks! 👌👌👍

[@NinoNiemanThe1st]

Amazing, what a beautiful spider. Action starts at 11:55 if you want to skip the preamble.

[@MissEwe]

Your voice is quite soothing - awesome narration!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤️❤️❤️🙏

[@SheyeesHorses]

fingers and toes crossed for a big full egg sac 😊 and i totally watched the entire video 🤭

[@tiffanystokes2046]

I don’t know Dave lol it sure looked like she wanted to have him for dinner. She rushed at him a few times! I jumped very high lol scared the crap out of me!

[@L.V.exoticpets]

Dave so I used to know so many species of spider when I visited my dad an worked in our petstore b4 I stopped....an my knowledge was slowly eroding away and thanks to you its slowly coming back thank u

[@FC360D]

Oooo baby GBB's might be on the horizon *crosses fingers*

[@jenshelley4737]

WOW DAVE!!! That eight legged lady of yours is spectacular! What a beauty! I didn't cheat...I watched till the end. But I thought he was gonna get it for sure! Beautiful pair. Excellent video, gorgeous spiders, and excellent commentary. Very well done! Bravo Dave!!👏

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you 🙏

[@robertabray-enhus3198]

Perhaps they like to get to know one another? Aren't they pretty, gorgeous colours....maybe he's a little nervous? But if she's drumming to let him know she's OK with him,but he's still cautious. That's a lovely shot of his mouth and fangs..he looks like a wound up spring,bit hesitant.....she looks relaxed. Is this species always this slow to courtship? Great job filming and editing guys!!! She's a wild girl!!!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Yes notoriously slow 😂👍

[@L.V.exoticpets]

Man I was so tired I had to wait til now to watch this video to give it my fullest attention

[@prophetic0311]

Had a tiny spider bungee into my bag of Corn Flakes. He got evicted but unharmed. 100% channeled Dave: be calm, be gentle, love your spiders.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@aaawindowcleaning9394]

I watch a few different channels and your channel is the most informative. You stick to the upkeep of the spider , instead of gimmicks and trying to be comedians. I thought education on Ts was the reason for the channels. Not auditioning for Saturday night live or The Benny hill show.

[@jamesprice7470]

Very interesting pairing Dave I find it amazing when different tarantulas have different courtships.it was interesting to watch thanks for sharing.

[@NinoNiemanThe1st]

I love Daves Little Beasties videos. He has an incredible understanding of these spiders. Most of his ones are scary but relatively non toxic, but a few that would give you a nasty bite!

[@calliew311]

Actually, it seems that Dave has more old worlds than new worlds. So, most of his have medically significant venom. Just because a Tarantula most likely, 99% of the time, will not kill you, doesn't mean you won't end up in the hospital, WISHING you were dead, with some symptoms showing up, up to 6 months to a year later.

[@gailwanhala6275]

fascinating, very interesting to see in slow-mo, it would take a leap of faith to keep them together for a few days, am very glad for your patience , and expert eyes, no loss of either spider ! thanks again

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@joannefamelio5615]

Another great pairing!!! They are sutch lovely guys, saw the emboli Penetrate, that was clear, there jumping About was at a bit of a frenzy!!! Success is at hand Cheers 🥂🥂🥂🥂👌👌👌👌

[@aenigmatica8]

I’m always shocked at how the females know the deed is done and a light switch goes off in their little heads. She wasn’t fully committed to eating him, but definitely aggressive behavior. Your theory is interesting that she may also be trying to get him to leave.

[@douglasjrcoulter9360]

Beautiful Spiders, thanks Dave!

[@debbiemcclure2874]

Hope you guys get lots of babies from these two. Beautiful spiders. Tyfs God bless you

[@trishmccarthydavis3425]

you have some beautiful spiders!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thanks 🙏

[@stum8551]

Another fantastic video. Amazing to see the difference between normal time and when it was slowed down. Does look like she was aggressive in normal time but totally different when it’s slowed. Hopefully your patience is rewarded from this pairing and a healthy sac comes from it

[@susiepattinson3031]

What beauties, fascinating👍❤great video as usual. Thankyou.

[@mrcreepycrawlers1742]

Top o'the morning from Kansas City Missouri..Love GBB's..Wicked cool mating video. When I got me GBB I named it Jackie the ripper & she lives up to her name feeding.

[@fullonsociopath]

That is a great looking male. I've seen some poor, ratty looking GBB boys, but he's almost the same size as her! Nice.

[@arachnophobe2arachnoholic]

Very exciting love GBB

[@chrisdixon4379]

Cant wait to get one of these guy

[@roxystarlite4106]

I look forward toy Monday mornings because of your amazing videos. Such lovely spiders and great pairing video

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thanks so much

[@DachsieMom75]

Dave - All we needed was a little "Maurice Ravel: Bolero" (1928) playing in the background to add to the mood. It starts out quietly in a medium tempo, and then it slowly builds in tempo & volume to a loud & crashing climax. If you time it right, you and the music will finish simultaneously (15 or 16 minutes) but it takes practice...

[@amyesworldcatherinesminime7945]

Some great camerawork there. One of my fave Ts, rightly deserves its popularity.

[@donstor1]

I really enjoy how you take the time to explain everything as it’s happening. Not just with the pairings but also with their habit’s and needs. Fantastic stuff there. Thank you.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you 🙏

[@kimperdue]

I can't believe you watched these guys for 10 hours, lol. it was interesting though. Good luck with the egg sack.

[@albarosewilliams7443]

Beautiful spiders. I love their coloration. It is nice to see both sexes looking alike. I'm very happy he survived the pairing. Really interesting, Dave. Your spiders never disappoint.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thank you 🙏

[@BeneathTheGold]

Fascinating as always Dave

[@konohamarusaurtobi409]

Cool spiders 🕷 🕷 and outstanding video Dave love the videos keep up the good work.

[@catherinefoster1481]

Awesome video as always!

[@brandimyhren6317]

Crazy! I’m glad he got up the glass

[@mariestubbs4606]

Great vid with 2 brill lookin Ts fingers crossed for the patter of lil spider feet ...

[@jgscatsandthings5208]

It was very interesting footage.. good grief you saying the actual courtship took 11 hours, I'd been pulling my hair out 🤣😂. Yes I watched to the end, and seen the way the male took off... He's probably wanting to go to the pub after all that... 🤣😂

[@daveslittlebeasties]

😂😂👍

[@will_ren]

Who says spiders can't be ninjas! He was hopping around like crazy at the end 😂

[@amoebacakes]

great pairing video ... a narrow escape by our hero!

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Many thanks!

[@vincentbaker3066]

Beautiful specimens! my GBB is maybe an inch or two, just a wee sling, and I just love seeing the adult variants. Once again Dave, thank you for the excellent and informative video and looking forward to your next upload.

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Thanks 🙏

[@ericbeeman8717]

If u pause it at 12:51 look at her belly the area where the vent is looks like its pulled down some possibly or it's hairs at 13:01 u can actually see it b4 she sets completely down its opened up

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Yes when the females are in good condition they often expose themselves like this 👍

[@pixie706]

Will you try them again in a week or is that enough for you and the spiders. ! ! Really interesting and worth watching thank you Dave and camera lady

[@daveslittlebeasties]

Will probably leave them at this 😂👍