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) Purchasing expensive equipment.
D) Identifying the species.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

9. What is the typical lifespan of a tarantula?

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

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

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

11. What is urticating hair?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

19. What is 'bolting' in spider behavior?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

28. Why is quarantine important when introducing new spiders?

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

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

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

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

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

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