Tarantulas are considered exotic pets. Most people, though, consider them dangerous, unwanted, ugly, or simply terrifying. To be honest, the author is not a fan but has figured this article would be an easy way to confront his fear.

So, who wants to keep a venomous, eight-legged, hairy Theraphosidae in his house? Any takers?

No, they’re a lot more pleasant than they sound. Actually, they’re not a bad choice for a pet