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    BRITISH TARANTULA SOCIETY - CONSERVATION 

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    Mark Pennell
    Published on 07-09-10 09:49 AM  Number of Views: 63 
    Since its inception the British Tarantula Society has been at the forefront of theraphosid spider conservation, both in- and ex-situ. Back in the early days of tarantula keeping (pre-B.T.S.) trade in theraphosid spiders was primarily of wild caught specimens (often exported in unsustainable quantities), since successful captive breeding was still in its infancy. The B.T.S. lead the way by publishing captive breeding techniques gleaned through the efforts of its global membership.

    Welcome to the BTS 


    "The aim of the British Tarantula Society is to promote and encourage the Responsible husbandry, research, captive breeding, conservation and General knowledge of theraphosids, scorpions and associated fauna"
    conservation policy can be viewed here.
    British Tarantula Society
    Established in 1984 - With our roots going back much earlier the BTS is the worlds oldest ongoing tarantula society. 2010 we celebrate 25yrs of the society and our 25th Exhibition. Our main site is for public viewing, here you will find the BTS forum: for posting questions on tarantulas and other related subjects. Bulletin board: for posting announcements, and trading your captive bred tarantulas etc. BTS Chat room: Open tarantula chat and expert guest chat sessions. plus much much more! The BTS Constitution

    The BTS Members website
    Password and username protected B.T.S. Members area where you can download the latest journal and many back issues, most online journals are enhanced versions. Articles and species listings, and the beginners questions and answers matrix .If you would like to view this area then use the "how to join" to find detail's on how to become a full or web only member of the British Tarantula Society. Or fill out the membership form and send to the head office. The forms carry all the information needed to join today!
    Head Office
    Please direct all official enquiries to head office:
    Angela Hale

    The Joining the BTS - FAQ!
    All the answers to those all important questions for joining the BTS or if you have just joined.
    The BTS Overseas Research Grant
    All the information on this grant

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