How to Raise Spiders

1. What is the most crucial initial step when considering raising spiders?

A) Building a fancy enclosure.
B) Naming your spider.
C) Identifying the species.
D) Purchasing expensive equipment.

2. What is the primary food source for most spiderlings?

A) Crickets.
B) Mealworms.
C) Fruit flies.
D) Pinky mice.

3. What type of enclosure is generally best for arboreal spiders?

A) Tall.
B) Wide.
C) Narrow.
D) Flat.

4. Why is proper ventilation important in a spider enclosure?

A) Keeps the spider cold.
B) Attracts more prey.
C) Allows spiders to fly.
D) Prevents mold growth.

5. What substrate is generally *not* recommended for spider enclosures?

A) Peat moss.
B) Vermiculite.
C) Coconut fiber.
D) Sand.

6. How often should a spider enclosure be misted, generally?

A) Depends on the species.
B) Weekly.
C) Never.
D) Daily.

7. What is a common sign that a spider is about to molt?

A) Refusal to eat.
B) Sudden web building.
C) Increased activity.
D) Bright colors.

8. What should you *not* do when your spider is molting?

A) Offer it food.
B) Spray with water.
C) Disturb it.
D) Increase humidity.

9. What is the typical lifespan of a tarantula?

A) Several years.
B) A few weeks.
C) A few months.
D) Only one year.

10. What is the best way to handle a tarantula?

A) Wear gloves.
B) Gently hold it.
C) Hold it firmly.
D) Avoid handling if possible.

11. What is urticating hair?

A) Webbing material.
B) Defensive hairs.
C) Digestive enzymes.
D) Mating pheromones.

12. Which spider family is known for being very docile?

A) Grammostola.
B) Poecilotheria.
C) Stromatopelma.
D) Heteroscodra.

13. What is the purpose of a spider's pedipalps?

A) Venom injection.
B) Sensory and reproductive functions.
C) Digestion.
D) Web spinning.

14. What does 'communal' mean when referring to spiders?

A) Can live together.
B) Requires a lot of space.
C) Eats its own kind.
D) Is always aggressive.

15. What is a common reason for a spider to be inactive?

A) Premolt.
B) Overcrowding.
C) Hunger.
D) Excessive heat.

16. What is the ideal temperature range for most tarantulas?

A) 70-80°F.
B) 90-100°F.
C) 30-40°F.
D) 50-60°F.

17. What is a good way to hydrate a spider?

A) Submerge it in water.
B) Spray it directly.
C) Provide a water dish.
D) Force-feed water.

18. What should you do if you suspect your spider is sick?

A) Release it into the wild.
B) Ignore it and hope it gets better.
C) Consult an experienced keeper.
D) Attempt home remedies.

19. What is 'bolting' in spider behavior?

A) Hunting technique.
B) Web construction.
C) Molting process.
D) Sudden rapid movement.

20. What is a potential hazard of feeding a spider live prey?

A) It's illegal.
B) The spider might get bored.
C) It's too expensive.
D) Prey can harm the spider.

21. What is the purpose of a 'hide' in a spider enclosure?

A) Decorate the enclosure.
B) Attract prey.
C) Provide security.
D) Store food.

22. What type of lighting is generally recommended for spiders?

A) Bright fluorescent lighting.
B) Direct sunlight.
C) UVB lighting.
D) Low ambient lighting.

23. What should you do with a spider's shed exoskeleton (molt)?

A) Use it for scientific research.
B) Leave it as decoration.
C) Remove it.
D) Feed it back to the spider.

24. What is the most common cause of death in captive spiders?

A) Dehydration.
B) Old age.
C) Starvation.
D) Disease.

25. What is the scientific name for the class spiders belong to?

A) Insecta.
B) Arachnida.
C) Amphibia.
D) Crustacea.

26. What is the term for a spider's fangs?

A) Palps.
B) Mandibles.
C) Maxillae.
D) Chelicerae.

27. What should you do if a spider bites you?

A) Ignore it.
B) Induce vomiting.
C) Wash the area.
D) Apply a tourniquet.

28. Why is quarantine important when introducing new spiders?

A) Keep them from escaping.
B) Acclimate them to the enclosure.
C) Ensure they get along.
D) Prevent disease spread.

29. What is a good way to enrich a spider's environment?

A) Play music.
B) Add climbing structures.
C) Provide mirrors.
D) Use strong perfumes.

30. What is the main function of a spider's spinnerets?

A) Chew food.
B) Inject venom.
C) Produce silk.
D) Detect vibrations.

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