1. Tarantulas are able to live in all but one of the following climates: Desert Arctic Tropical Subtropical

2. What is the purpose of hair on a tarantula's body? Warmth Marking territory Attracting mates Defense

3. There are basically two types of these spiders, the 'terrestrial' or ground-dwelling tarantulas and this type: Arboreal Social Aquatic Alpine

4. Female tarantulas are blessed with a lifespan that is longer than most arachnoid species. About how long can one live under ideal conditions? 1-5 years 20 years or more 6-10 years 10-20 years

5. While juvenile tarantulas are victim to such predators as preying mantises, scorpions and other spiders, the main predator of the adult tarantula is this: Wasp Mosquito Hornet Beetle

6. For many people starting out in having a pet tarantula, this mild species would be an excellent start: Venezuelan Sun Tiger African King Baboon Sri Lankan Ornamental Chilean Rose

7. For most humans, being bitten by a tarantula means: Instant death Bedridden for a day or so Hospitalization Nothing worse than a bee sting

8. How do tarantulas find their food? Heat Sight Vibrations Smell

9. By and large (no pun intended), the largest tarantula, and largest spider overall, is Theraphosa blondi, also known as this: Cobalt Blue Mexican Bloodleg Thai Tiger Goliath Bird-eater

10. Tarantulas can build webs. True False

11. Most tarantulas can live in colonies. True False

12. Adult tarantulas MUST do this at least once a year: Hibernate Exercise spinnarets Molt Shed hair

13. The most common medical crisis for any pet tarantula is this: Falling Mating accidents Eating accidents Dehydration

14. In lieu of a web, tarantulas like this for a shelter: Bird's nest Shell Burrow Old tire

15. Tarantulas do not need water, as they obtain moisture from their victims. True False