Crystal

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> Last year we went to an event that had several live tarantulas on display.
I was glad to see one close up, but safely!
> Mary Ellen


Tarantulas are very safe to have as pets. We had one for two years until
she died. If they bite you it is the same as a bee sting. If you are
allergic to bees, then you will be allergic to tarantula bites. When they
are scared they shoot their hair, so if you see bald spots, that is why.

Crystal