The Tarantula Keepers guide is the most complete book on the market for raising, housing,breeding,feeding and loving tarantulas. I have spent hours on the internet looking at the "info" thats around and the only thing I learned is that info is very different from site to site. This book is a favorite among Tarantula hobbiest.
I have made this review 4 stars for only one reason, and that is because early in the read, this book tends to have too much technical info, history, scientific references and lengthy discussions on nomenclature for the beginner, and even for the well strung enthusiast. But at the same time these points make this book almost seem as though it belongs in a college classroom in it's professionalism and thoroughness.
However, if you pay attention to the prompts earlier on in the book, you will quickly be directed to the portions of the book that will hold the most relevant info for most topics you need info on. It is quite clear that tarantulas are suffering a severe lack of study, and this book lends you as much information as seems available on many topics, I would definitely suggest other reading material on tarantulas to broaden ones knowledge on these illusive and fantastical creatures, especially if looking for specific species accounts, information, care sheets etc, although if you read this book, you will find that most species can be cared for in similar fashion, and this book makes it very clear how simple it really can be.
If you are a budding enthusiast or an experienced keeper, this is definitely a book to have in your collection even if just for the sake of reference, you will find everything from basic care info to current breeding methods, most certainly worth it's price.
A must for Tarantula owners
As stated a must for tarantula beginners and pro's alike. easy to understand, lots of pics, professional tips, and advice. A wide database of information on anything about Tarantulas
The Tarantula Keeper's Guide: Comprehensive Information on Care, Housing, and Feeding
This a book easy to read with a good to best information , it coverts most aspect for keeping and raising Tarantulas, most info is in time and recommended to all beginners and source for fast display needed for professional breeders.
excellent book
excellent book for anyone interested in tarantulas from beginners to the professionals. One of the best on the market to date.
