What type of prey is suggested initially for *A. semanni* referred to as slings?
Answer
Flightless fruit flies or pinhead crickets
When dealing with the smallest specimens of *Aphonopelma semanni*, commonly known as slings (spiderlings), the prey offered must be scaled down significantly to match their diminutive size and fragility. The recommended initial feeding items are very small invertebrates such as flightless fruit flies or the smallest size classification of crickets, known as pinhead crickets. As the *A. semanni* progresses through its growth stages, the size of the prey item must be incrementally increased to match its developing proportions, ensuring safe and efficient nutrient intake during this rapid developmental phase.
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