Hi all,
Looking for some reassurance. I purchased a juvenile B. Smithi a few months ago (body length about 4.5cm). When I first bought him he was eating fine, yet now hasn't taken any food for about 6 weeks. I know this would not be a worry for an adult T., but was wondering whether this was normal for such a young spider. Could he be in pre-moult? The bald spot on his abdomen has not turned black yet, but I've got no idea how long they can go off eating before the bald spot turns black. Any advice greatly received.
Thanks,
Paul
Looking for some reassurance. I purchased a juvenile B. Smithi a few months ago (body length about 4.5cm). When I first bought him he was eating fine, yet now hasn't taken any food for about 6 weeks. I know this would not be a worry for an adult T., but was wondering whether this was normal for such a young spider. Could he be in pre-moult? The bald spot on his abdomen has not turned black yet, but I've got no idea how long they can go off eating before the bald spot turns black. Any advice greatly received.
Thanks,
Paul
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