Illegal Tarantulas - Poaching, Wildcaught Tarantulas and Ethics

In this episode of "Both Worlds Tarantulas," Martin and Kat kick things off with a light-hearted chat about their recent experiences at expos. They delve into the controversial topic of tarantula communals, sparked by a recent social media post criticizing YouTubers for not promoting communal setups more. Kat passionately argues against mixing species in communal setups, citing irresponsible practices and potential risks. Martin provides insights into why some tarantulas might tolerate communal living with remarks on Monocentropus balfouri and Poecilotheria, but both agree that it's generally not advisable. They discuss specific species like Poecilotheria and Monocentropus balfouri, sharing their observations and experiences. The conversation also veers into the fascinating world of insects, with Kat sharing her excitement about the cicada phenomenon happening in her area. They compare these experiences to the May beetles in Europe, highlighting the interesting overlap in insect behavior across continents. Throughout the episode, Martin and Kat emphasize the importance of understanding the natural history and biology of these creatures to improve their care in captivity. They wrap up by inviting listeners to participate in their poll and share topic ideas for future episodes. Tune in for an episode filled with insightful discussions, passionate debates, and a dash of humor!

in Episode 2 of "Both World Tarantulas," hosts Kat and Martin dive into the fascinating world of spiders with infectious enthusiasm! This episode kicks off with a surprising poll result, sparking lively debates and personal preferences among the hosts. They explore the nuances of spider species and their unique behaviors, especially discussing the care and quirks of velvet and jumping spiders. Listener engagement peaks with a thoughtful question about dealing with arachnophobia, leading to strategies on educating and converting spider skeptics with kindness and cool spider facts. Kat and Martin also delve into the evolving tarantula hobby, reflecting on its broadening appeal and the inclusive, diverse community it's fostering. Whether you're a seasoned arachnid aficionado or a curious newbie, this episode is packed with insights, laughter, and a genuine love for all things spider! Tune in to embrace your inner arachnophile and join the lively discussion!

new season - first episode. We are back - 2.0 tarantula podcast just started. Starts slow in the first minutes but heats up quickly, just listen! This time we talk things that happened in the last 16 months, new tarantulas in the hobby, breeding success of Kats Jumping spiders, and even some amphibian talk!

In this episode, we discuss the latest scientific publication regarding the untangling of the worldwide commercial trade in spiders and scorpions. Have fun and enjoy our talk!

Everything comes to an end. The year 2022 is almost over and we'll have a recap, let us talk about some New World tarantulas everyone should have an eye on and talk about future projects, including some behind the scene stories and new additions. It's been a journey.

Top 5 Tarantulas Lost in the hobby - forever? For some very likely, others still have a chance. Find out more with us on this short little bonus EP! We will also discuss recent taxonomic changes. Listen to the episode as long as its out there! BonusEPs have the tendency to disappear after a while ;-)

Podcast about tarantulas. Kat & Martin discuss all things tarantula-related - science news of newly described species, husbandry tips to keep your beloved pet tarantula happy, and trends on social media. All combined on this podcast hosted by two tarantula enthusiasts with different backgrounds, hence the name of possible "two worlds" colliding.

 We are back! First Episode in 2021 and we have a lot to talk about, our longest episode yet. We talk firmly about the Tarantula YouTube hobby, how the Tarantula Hobby has changed in general, including some recent Tarantula News and talk about personal scorpion sting reports! 

This episode is an emotional rollercoaster, talking about hard to swallow topics like how to euthanize tarantulas and when to do so; we head over to discuss the loss of tarantulas and the personal feelings behind it to then swap topics to a more joyful one - beloved jumping spiders and their interaction with the environment. The last part covers our urge to collect spiders and why it is the way it is - and how we can admire them in other ways, too, besides owning them. Have fun!

Collecting tarantulas illegally, poaching them in the wild and sell them for high prices in the hobby - today we are briefly touching the surface a topic which is not often spoken about and try to discuss the ethics behind legal tarantula exports and sustainable ways in doing so.