Heteroscodra maculata pairing , Does size Matter ???

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  • Heteroscodra maculata pairing , Does size Matter ???
    We often get asked does it mater if the males are smaller than usual , there can be a huge difference in size in the same species ? it generally does not make any difference to the success of the pairing its more important to have both spiders conditioned well before attempting to pair .
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Komentáře • 342

  • @johnniewalker5862
    @johnniewalker5862 Před 2 lety +5

    *_The cheeky little fella wanted to stay over for the night at her's but the lady wasn't having none of it._*

  • @Myriamele
    @Myriamele Před 2 lety +5

    H.O.L.Y. M.O.L.Y. that was a humongous size difference!!! Good on you, little guy!!

  • @Novaaaa9
    @Novaaaa9 Před 2 lety +8

    The male going down the burrow: “Hey uhhh is it cool if I use your toilet?” 😂

  • @bubblealien
    @bubblealien Před 2 lety +7

    My face when the female came out:😮
    Also that drumming they do is so cool! I have terrible arachnophobia but I’m working on it with these sorts of videos and I’m learning so much!

    • @glamdolly30
      @glamdolly30 Před 2 lety +3

      Me too, terrified if I find a spider in the house, literally cannot sleep if there's one in the bedroom, but am absolutely mesmerised by this wonderful channel. Dave is a born teacher, his enthusiasm for his subject is infectious!

  • @sandywalter9728
    @sandywalter9728 Před 2 lety +3

    What a bold little guy! I was indeed frightened for him. The female is just gorgeous!!!🥰😍🤩

  • @markhawkins8111
    @markhawkins8111 Před 2 lety +5

    Got to say, I was worried about the little guy! Size comparison he looked like a juvie.. dynamite does come in small packages. Great video Dave!

  • @RealMelodyBlue
    @RealMelodyBlue Před 2 lety +4

    What a brave little fellow! I hope she produces an egg sac. He was spiffy and beautiful and she was huge!! Can't wait for the kraken video!!

  • @additudeobx
    @additudeobx Před 2 lety +4

    I really thought that male was doomed, but I guess even a blind squirrel finds a nut once and awhile, eh?
    And Dave. That letter you got from the kids, well that's simply priceless.

  • @brooks5466
    @brooks5466 Před 2 lety +56

    My daughter, son in law and my grandson and I went to a pet shop this last weekend. They had tarantulas. I began to tell them what I have learned about them from you. My daughters expression was priceless as well as the other two! 😳😳😳 ........😂🤣 Thanks Dave!

    • @daveslittlebeasties
      @daveslittlebeasties  Před 2 lety +10

      😂😂😂❤️

    • @vickiezaccardo1711
      @vickiezaccardo1711 Před 2 lety +9

      Not long ago I was trying to show my granddaughter and daughter some of the videos. According to their expressions and exclamations they didnt share my enthusiasm😆

    • @vickiezaccardo1711
      @vickiezaccardo1711 Před 2 lety +8

      I was telling my granddaughter and daughter a few months ago.and trying to show them some of the videos. Their expressions and exclamations were also.rather amudo

    • @daveslittlebeasties
      @daveslittlebeasties  Před 2 lety +5

      @@vickiezaccardo1711 ❤

    • @glamdolly30
      @glamdolly30 Před 2 lety +11

      @@vickiezaccardo1711 My elderly mum and I LOVE Dave's channel (she's 85), and we are both total arachnophobes! I think Dave is a born teacher, so engaging.

  • @julierobertson9397
    @julierobertson9397 Před 2 lety +6

    Until I found this channel, I never would have believed the adjectives "stunning", "beautiful", "fascinating", etc. could apply to spiders. Your videos have shown me otherwise. I also now understand my sister's affection for the little wolf spiders that live in her house. Thanks, Dave.

  • @vickiclark1998
    @vickiclark1998 Před 2 lety +3

    He definitely gets an A+ for his efforts! Way to go Tiger!! She is just a stunning spider!

  • @kirsteinmcbride3096
    @kirsteinmcbride3096 Před 2 lety +6

    Man that little dude sure does deserve credit, the female is absolutely massive compared to him! Amazing how different they are! When I first saw the male I thought “wow he’s beautiful.” And then that pretty lady came out and I was shocked. She’s a stunner, Dave! Well done as always!

    • @darrenwoolley8736
      @darrenwoolley8736 Před 2 lety +1

      The females laughing too hard at him To be bothered eating the little feather duster.. 😃

  • @catherinefoster1481
    @catherinefoster1481 Před 2 lety +4

    WOW!! He marched right in like he owned the place - saying "where ya at little lady?" Big mama comes strolling out. Him, looking up, squeaks out "hello darlin', how ya doin?"

    • @glamdolly30
      @glamdolly30 Před 2 lety +2

      Lol! I marvel at his courage, bless him. The male urge for sex never ceases to amaze!

  • @The-Spider-King
    @The-Spider-King Před 2 lety +4

    Wow, he was tiny! Thought you'd have to find an old Yellow Pages for him to stand on 😂

  • @lauriefulk3812
    @lauriefulk3812 Před 2 lety +4

    WOW!!!! That was so awesome he is so small but she seemed to like him. Good job again Dave and Camera Lady!!!!!

  • @konohamarusaurtobi409
    @konohamarusaurtobi409 Před 2 lety +5

    Also the female spider 🕷 is is gorgeous.

  • @darrenwoolley8736
    @darrenwoolley8736 Před 2 lety +4

    Well, you've always said every Spider is different and you weren't wrong mate... He's tiny, it was almost comical. She was a Strikingly stunning spider too, beautiful bone white fangs and awesome black pin striped legs looked race ready...

  • @philtrevis
    @philtrevis Před 2 lety +3

    A couple of heart stopping moments there. Like you said, he was so calm and clearly in safe hands. Another great video Dave. Love it.

  • @susanelizabeth790
    @susanelizabeth790 Před 2 lety +4

    Oh my good god 😳 I said as she appeared!!! She was gigantic compared to this teeny dude, I Hope he did the deed and survives the next attempt, cute little guy 🥰🥰🥰 fab video 📹

  • @rehemakaranja5162
    @rehemakaranja5162 Před 2 lety +6

    What a lovely video! The female was so big and beautiful and gentle! And the male was so tiny and funny, he walked right into her house like he owned the place 😂.
    Its like they were old friends 🤍🤍🤍

  • @benwiseman3051
    @benwiseman3051 Před 2 lety +4

    Wow what a size difference! I didn't think he'd be able to reach. I couldn't believe when he just wondered into her burrow thought it was certain suicide for him.

  • @tonycrabtree3416
    @tonycrabtree3416 Před 2 lety +3

    He’s one handsome little devil. She was definitely charmed by him. She definitely wanted beautiful offsping! 🤣

  • @susanelizabeth790
    @susanelizabeth790 Před 2 lety +4

    That letter is too cute 😍 bless them 💖 💗 💕

  • @legomystego815
    @legomystego815 Před 2 lety +3

    I'm a 34 year old grown man, and I can't help but notice how adorable that tiny little male spider is. Oh my god, so tiny and fuzzy lol

  • @robertherberg9595
    @robertherberg9595 Před 2 lety +6

    I can relate. I too am small and hairy.

  • @JohnnysCafe_
    @JohnnysCafe_ Před 2 lety +7

    It is so nice to see that kids like Sophie and James love spiders ,that was a cute letter .
    That little male looked more like food than a breeding partner but he was game and I look forward to seeing if it was successful.👍🕷️🕸️

    • @glamdolly30
      @glamdolly30 Před 2 lety +1

      That male is a tough little bruiser for sure - he's like the Bob Hoskins of the spider world! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @ithulah
    @ithulah Před 2 lety +4

    He's so cute! When she came out I wished him luck. Wow, what a size differential. Talk about sexually dimorphic, you'd think they were two different species.

  • @kakarikiIck
    @kakarikiIck Před 2 lety +4

    If that was a successful pairing, he is a legend.

  • @shawnariley3518
    @shawnariley3518 Před 2 lety +4

    I’d say he was tired after holding her up, it’s a good things the females are usually willing and pull themselves back, a beautiful species of spiders, can’t wait to see what her slings look like! Loved this, as always…
    See y’all on the next one

  • @Bloopie666
    @Bloopie666 Před 2 lety +3

    How lovely! He's so tiny compared to her but he did it! Another wonderful video ♥

  • @judycook4314
    @judycook4314 Před 4 dny +1

    I’m looking at some of your older videos and found this one. I was glad to know ahead of time that the male made it out because WOW she’s a big girl! Great video!

  • @WuffieGG
    @WuffieGG Před 2 lety +6

    That has to be the calmest pairing I've ever seen of tarantulas. I am impressed at how diverse this hobby is, nothing is for certain. It's not always a "hit n' run". :)

  • @BuffyLynn1968
    @BuffyLynn1968 Před 2 lety +4

    That’s a gorgeous spider, would love to see how her babies are colored compared to her.

  • @sarahjames2991
    @sarahjames2991 Před 2 lety +3

    OMG Dave my heart literally stopped when she climbed out. He looked so tiny compared to her. I thought oh dear this one's dinner , but what a star 🌟. Dave give the lad a rum he definitely deserve it.🥰🥰🥰

    • @Ujuani68
      @Ujuani68 Před 2 lety +1

      "Give the lad a rum." Most British sentence ever.😉👍

  • @danbayley7769
    @danbayley7769 Před 2 lety +4

    Nice video Dave 👍 Beautiful spiders, she looked like she was made of bones! So visually striking. Hope he managed to do the deed 😁

  • @deen5924
    @deen5924 Před 2 lety +3

    Both are very beautiful spiders 🕷. I love how God created so many different varieties with all sorts of patterns and colors.

  • @glamdolly30
    @glamdolly30 Před 2 lety +4

    Great letter from Sophie & James, let's hope this pairing produces lots of lovely babies (and your male survives!) XXX

  • @UntoteLady
    @UntoteLady Před 2 lety +3

    That male was absolutely adorable and your female is a gorgeous big girl 😍 brilliant footage, very cool!

  • @corradobowden7566
    @corradobowden7566 Před 2 lety +5

    think she had a soft spot for him lol.

  • @Hayley0412
    @Hayley0412 Před 2 lety +7

    I don’t think I have ever stopped breathing watching your videos but when that female came out of her lair she took my breath away, that tiny little guy wasn’t worried about size difference he went in with confidence and he walked out like a boss, bless him he is my hero of the day, his babies are going to be beautiful!

  • @slappyburrito9481
    @slappyburrito9481 Před 2 lety +4

    omg look at that little guy, what a trooper

  • @Godgotmealways
    @Godgotmealways Před 2 lety +5

    That's the most peaceful paring I've seen on here thus far dave your the best with these creatures 🙌🏽 😍

  • @neilgillmore
    @neilgillmore Před 2 lety +4

    Dude, that was like Kenneth Williams and Hattie Jacques..... "What a carry on!"

  • @emmawashington
    @emmawashington Před 2 lety +4

    Aww he's so tiny!! I was wondering how he was going to hold her up! But he didn't really need to in the end did he? He just scooted in under her! I thought it was so funny when he just walked straight under her!! Hopefully it was successful. They do say big things come in little packages so fingers crossed he lives up to that.

  • @klaj6595
    @klaj6595 Před 2 lety +6

    ♥️
    Does size matter???
    Little male: hold my beer
    🤣😉

    • @Ujuani68
      @Ujuani68 Před 2 lety +1

      Or maybe: Hold my roach.😜

    • @klaj6595
      @klaj6595 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Ujuani68 love it!!!!! You really captured the vibe accurately !!

  • @joannefamelio5615
    @joannefamelio5615 Před 2 lety +4

    Wow she can cover him!!! Shes a massive
    Girl!!! Starburst, definitely!!!!

  • @electladynanci
    @electladynanci Před 2 lety +3

    He absolutely was the Braveheart of taranhulas!

  • @chriskola3822
    @chriskola3822 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I know this is said about most of your tarantulas but that female is absolutely stunning!
    Beautiful specimen.

  • @tarantulasister882
    @tarantulasister882 Před 2 lety +4

    Just watched this again as I loved this video,noticed how the little guy put his leg a few times in between her fangs,such a clever boy xx

  • @williamthran8325
    @williamthran8325 Před 2 lety +10

    My first reaction when she pops up is, "Holy Shit!!!"

  • @sunbeasts4733
    @sunbeasts4733 Před 2 lety +8

    Goodness, your male is about the same size as my little juvi. Out of all the Ts I own, this one is the only one to escape. It took me 4 days to catch him, speedy little shit.

  • @Lrr_Of_Omikron
    @Lrr_Of_Omikron Před 2 lety +2

    "Does size matter?"
    I'll always find it's the motion of the ocean but in the spider world? Who the heck knows.

  • @arachnophobe2arachnoholic

    Wow that little guy rocked I really hope he has managed it. He was adorable

  • @jamesd4013
    @jamesd4013 Před 2 lety +6

    I was TODAY years old when I learned what "sexually dimorphic" means.

  • @pattijareo7423
    @pattijareo7423 Před 2 lety +4

    What an incredible size difference! Hope that little guy is a papa. He deserves it! Your choice of title made me laugh. 😄

  • @James-bristol
    @James-bristol Před 2 lety +3

    Love the markings on her stunning example

  • @Penn.Dragon
    @Penn.Dragon Před 2 lety +3

    OOH-RAH little dude!! Thats a lot of spider for ANYONE to handle!!

  • @Nitnyline
    @Nitnyline Před rokem +3

    The male's a good looking little spider and love the furryness of the guy but that female. Absolutely gorgeous spider.

  • @barbhelle5481
    @barbhelle5481 Před 2 lety +3

    Both the spiders are gorgeous. I hope you get some babies from them.

  • @erinlohnas5945
    @erinlohnas5945 Před 2 lety +3

    This might be the sweetest pairing I've seen on your channel! The male is rather adorable, what a fuzzy little guy, and your female is absolutely stunning. It really was so sweet how calm she was, she didn't even mind him going into her burrow and just let him leave perfectly fine. Thanks so much for sharing. :)

  • @doa1001
    @doa1001 Před 2 lety +3

    Absolutely love the letter. Fabulous to see.

  • @angielovesowls
    @angielovesowls Před 2 lety +3

    That’s a first for me, Ive never seen such a peaceful pairing between a very tiny mail and a big beautiful female T . I loved it Dave, thanks so much

  • @lknanml
    @lknanml Před 3 měsíci +1

    WOW.. He just went right under her. On mission.. She really is a beautiful spider.

  • @neilgillmore
    @neilgillmore Před 2 lety +4

    Excellent Letter James & Sophie. Hope the pairing works this time eh Dave..... Still in serious anticipation for the Japanese Funnel Webs to produce. Also Dave I'd hate to be your neighbour after an Earth Quake...... LOL. TCALYS

  • @lauriebradley8295
    @lauriebradley8295 Před 2 lety +2

    She is a stunner for sure. How brave the little guy was. Persistence for him and she was so patient. Thank you two❤️

  • @heidiveronica
    @heidiveronica Před 2 lety +5

    Absolutely incredible how small the male is in comparison to the female!! Job well done lil fella!!! 😊👏🕷 He deserves some extra feeders for that impressive pairing. 😂🐛

  • @fucshers
    @fucshers Před 2 lety +3

    Woow Dave what a difference in size. Great video 👍😊

  • @Wounderingviking
    @Wounderingviking Před 2 lety +5

    She was the couger is this video she wanted more from that little man lol

  • @georgecardiff1946
    @georgecardiff1946 Před 2 lety +5

    Ah brilliant video Dave, i hope that pairing was successful, and the little male was very game indeed, i can't wait to see the video about the females, that one will be very interesting, anyway Dave another super job by yourself and camera 📷 lady, always fabulous viewing. 😊.

  • @ozbubbles1
    @ozbubbles1 Před 2 lety +4

    Dave sound is a bit better, but not as good as in previous videos. We can't see any of the paperwork, very glarey and lens is not close enough for this to be seen. 🤔😥 Pairing was great, but that poor little guy, I hope for you that size doesn't matter in this case. Pairing was so serene and peaceful.....😘

  • @grubmother4925
    @grubmother4925 Před 2 lety +3

    it's so wonderful that you do shout outs for your young fans who reach out. I bet they never forget that!

  • @julierobertson148
    @julierobertson148 Před 8 měsíci +4

    When the male went into her burrow, I really thought we'd seen the last of him. Obviously she found him very attractive, which makes me think that personality and appearance may mean a lot more to her than size. Too bad males are so short-lived. This one might have had quite a career as a Casanova.

  • @mariarnliasi2513
    @mariarnliasi2513 Před 2 lety +4

    Sweet little boy 👦 💙 ❤

  • @jeannettefrye5086
    @jeannettefrye5086 Před 2 lety +3

    Love your videos, Dave, you are awesome. I especially enjoy to hear you talking (and camera lady chuckles) but I love especially that there is NO music, I'd rather hear the tapping of their feet. So thank you.

    • @Ujuani68
      @Ujuani68 Před 2 lety +1

      I think, if music is added, it becomes spider porn!🤣🤦‍♂️🤪

  • @deewhitcha6014
    @deewhitcha6014 Před 2 lety +3

    tiny but so brave! I would have high-tailed it, if I were him!

  • @chrisdixon4379
    @chrisdixon4379 Před 2 lety +4

    😂 sweet talk her to get out ALIVE, right on Q chat!

  • @taylorgarton6983
    @taylorgarton6983 Před 2 lety +8

    Dave, thanks to your fantastic videos, I’ve finally pulled the trigger on starting my small collection after 4 years of extensive research. Your content has really prepared me and my partner for our new babies. We will have 15 little slings of various species. I have learned so much from you! Keep up the great work 💗

  • @BogachanTurk
    @BogachanTurk Před 2 lety +3

    Very sweet and beautiful video. And your way of expression, your tone of voice is very impressive. Best wishes

  • @iancooley6308
    @iancooley6308 Před 2 lety +3

    Excellent video as always Dave and Camera Lady. What a glorious spider the maculata is, fingers crossed for babies. It's so good to see that great kids like James and Sophie are so keen on eight legged beauties, I wish I had been when I was young. Really enjoy the brilliant projects and interactions with everyone.

  • @robinrowland4882
    @robinrowland4882 Před 2 lety +2

    I so love to watch your videos. When I was a child I wanted a tarantula for a pet. My Mom said no, so I would catch insects and feed the native spiders around to house. The orb spiders, grass spiders and when I could find them the larger woodland wolf spiders and the zebra striped jumping spiders. Your videos brings me back to my good old days. Thank you.

  • @ambershults6335
    @ambershults6335 Před 2 lety +7

    SHE IS GIGANTIC!

  • @naomibarger5221
    @naomibarger5221 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow Dave!! Her food is bigger than he is! She is absolutely gorgeous, her color and pattern is stunning!! He is so tiny but it looks like he knows how to romance his lady, that’s why he lives another day, she wants him to come back:-)

  • @keithgilham9438
    @keithgilham9438 Před 2 lety +3

    Stunning spiders, awesome as always lol wasn’t he a brave lad lol

  • @Seahorse1414
    @Seahorse1414 Před 2 lety +3

    He was such a trouper and she was so very nice about it all , thank goodness , I bet she has eaten bigger things than him ! I sincerely hope it works out 😁

  • @vickiezaccardo1711
    @vickiezaccardo1711 Před 2 lety +4

    He is tiny isnt he. Her colors and designs remind me of a beaded necklace.

  • @tarantulasister882
    @tarantulasister882 Před 2 lety +3

    Great video Dave,what a little dare devil he was and she was so calm with him x🕷💙

  • @jenshelley4737
    @jenshelley4737 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow Dave!! I was terrified for your little male when I saw how small he was! But your beautiful girl seemed excited to see him. He performed amazingly! Bravo little 👏

  • @marjoriesinverts
    @marjoriesinverts Před 2 lety +4

    Ok first off…. When that female came out I was NOT expecting that much of a size difference!!!! That was like a mind-f*** 😂😱 how incredible!!! I think that female is the most beautiful tarantula I’ve ever seen. I’m not familiar with this species so I’m going to research it now! What a treat!!! And btw that little man had SOOO much confidence! Good for him 🤍

    • @marjoriesinverts
      @marjoriesinverts Před 2 lety +3

      Oh lord I just realized this is an “ornamental baboon”… still not super Familiar but wow her colors threw me off!!! Now I see what she is…. So stunning!

    • @Ujuani68
      @Ujuani68 Před 2 lety +1

      Try to look up Hapalopus sp Columbia, The Pumpkin Patch. They are fair on the eye too. And that Jewel species (I forgot the name!) that Dave has, where he rehoused all of her little beautiful babies! Stunning animal, as well...🙆‍♂️

    • @marjoriesinverts
      @marjoriesinverts Před 2 lety

      @@Ujuani68 yes I love the pumpkin patch! Well to be fair, it WAS 2am here and I had just finished an exam for school so my brain was definitely not in its usual place 😂😂 I didn’t realize I hadn’t even heard him say it in the beginning 😂 I know which jewel species you’re talking about , the typhochlaena seladonia ? Sooooo beautiful!

  • @Georgeos777
    @Georgeos777 Před 2 lety +3

    i have two subadult females and they are totally shy, absolute never aggressive, fast and jump through the air for prey but when i open the enclosure they go back into their web, very beautiful species.

  • @WhiteIndoraptor
    @WhiteIndoraptor Před 2 lety +3

    That little male spider is so adorable he’s so fuzzy!! 😍😍

  • @anthonyjames9289
    @anthonyjames9289 Před 2 lety +4

    Nice close up of the female
    Size does not matter heck lets go in ur burrow lol

  • @robertallan3839
    @robertallan3839 Před 2 lety +5

    Great video and thanks for the shout out. Kids are delighted. Can't wait to tell their mates at school.

  • @byronrobinson8633
    @byronrobinson8633 Před 2 lety +4

    I told my now wife that size doesn’t matter. Thank goodness she believed me because now we are married.
    That little guy loves big women apparently. He’s a brave little guy.

    • @additudeobx
      @additudeobx Před 2 lety +2

      Well, honestly, I don't he had a choice after he went down that burrow. It was do or die after that....

  • @riderprovider6213
    @riderprovider6213 Před 2 lety +2

    This is the strangest pairing i have seen. Spectacular ❤️

  • @TheCancerman1
    @TheCancerman1 Před 2 lety +2

    She is stunning! I have to admit I was scared for the little guy when she came out.

  • @mcdazzio73
    @mcdazzio73 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow Dave the female is double the size of the male wot a great paring

  • @tinkfinch1674
    @tinkfinch1674 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow he is a fluffy little chap. As for the female she is stunning. The markings on her legs look like bones almost. Hope the little chap managed to do the deed. But how gentle were they both with each other. I thought when he went down into her burrow, it would not end well for him. So pleased she had a full tummy and he was not on the menu. As always excellent video guys.

  • @Aubreyella1978
    @Aubreyella1978 Před 2 lety +2

    I couldn't believe the size of her in comparison to him! Another great video!

  • @Andrew-ix6ni
    @Andrew-ix6ni Před 2 lety +2

    Absolutely gorgeous female.

  • @debbiemcclure2874
    @debbiemcclure2874 Před 2 lety +3

    If he didn't have hooks you'd think he was a small juvenile lol. Best wishes for tons of babies. Tyfs God bless you

    • @Ujuani68
      @Ujuani68 Před 2 lety

      Hi Mrs. Mcclure!👋😀
      I hope, that you had a good Easter. We sure did. Hugs from Copenhagen, Denmark.