Survives bites from big spiders?

[Zlitni]

Is this normal for a Pacman? Resisting bites and poison like that?

[Maharg]

No. It's not normal for any animal on earth.

[DVirginiana]

It's not uncommon for reptiles and amphibians to have resistance to venom and poison from species that coexist with them in the wild (ex; there's a population of garters in the northwest that are the only animals known to be unaffected by fire newts) but I imagine most pacs would die after being bitten by a tarantula like that.

[Pluke]

That's just messed up, got a big thumbs down from me. I'm sure these frogs come across big invertebrates like this in the wild and perhaps they do have a tolerance to them, but I have no idea. Maybe that spiders venom isn't very strong either.

[Maharg]

Tarantula venom is very weak compared to many spiders. I don't consider any animal being bit by a tarantula "normal" tho.

[GrifTheGreat]

Tarantula venom is very weak compared to many spiders. I don't consider any animal being bit by a tarantula "normal" tho.

That was meant as not being normal for a small animal to resist the venom, but they eat venomous insects and spiders in the wild with no ill effects accept venomous toads, frogs, and newts which can kill them if eaten.

EDIT; Of course most Tarantula venom is weak, but it is effective against smaller animals such as frogs.

[Maharg]

To be honest I never even watched the video so what I'm saying probably doesn't make sense.

[GrifTheGreat]

To add to the venom resistance question. It wasn't resisting. The spider was having trouble piercing the tough hide of the frog. Pacman Frogs have very tough skin on their faces and back. Each of the hard bumbs that texture the skin are very tough. It is even difficult to give them an injection with a Hypodermic Needle. In this case is the same difficulty for the spider as it would be to give them a shot.

This video nontheless sickens me and i immediately flagged it after watching it. There would be no reason to do such a hateful act upon these creatures especially not for one's amusement.

[Pluke]

To add to the venom resistance question. It wasn't resisting. The spider was having trouble piercing the tough hide of the frog. Pacman Frogs have very tough skin on their faces and back. Each of the hard bumbs that texture the skin are very tough. It is even difficult to give them an injection with a Hypodermic Needle. In this case is is the same difficulty for the spider as it would be to give them a shot.

This video nontheless sickens me and i immediately flagged it after watching it. There would be no reason to do such a hateful act upon these creatures especially not for one's amusement.

You know I was going to say that it doesn't look like the spider was even penetrating the frog, but I couldn't be sure. The first time it bites it, it does look like it left a little mark so I couldn't tell. I don't know what would possess someone to do this.. other than trying to be cool.

[GrifTheGreat]

Is this normal for a Pacman? Resisting bites and poison like that? [/QUOTE]

Dont ever post something like that here again. That is animal cruelty and is not appreciated. Whom ever made that video doesnt deserve to have these wonderful creatures and deserves the same fate. I will not warn anyone a second time.

This is not normal and is not in anyway informative. This person made this video to amuse themselves and for no other reason except that.

Please use better judgement before posting such videos please.

Thank you.

[Hoppity100]

You have to be a very sick person to do this to your pacman. You must also be stupid. Did you think this was funny?

[GrifTheGreat]

You have to be a very sick person to do this to your pacman. You must also be stupid. Did you think this was funny?

Hoppity, Zlitni didn't make that video. Someone else did and yes that person had to be a heartless moron.

[Hoppity100]

Glad you agree....why are videos like this allowed where the world can see it? Sounds pretty darn sick to me.

[Zlitni]

You have to be a very sick person to do this to your pacman. You must also be stupid. Did you think this was funny?

Read the thread, please...

[Hoppity100]

I started reading this and could not read any more, it was too upsetting. If you did not do this, my apology to you. Do you know why videos with animal cruelty are even allowed? What is the advantage of it? This is not the first time I have heard about such cruelty. There are some really sick ignorant uncaring people out there. I wish I had not heard about this particular one,...I won't even look at U Tube anything.

[Zlitni]

This is not the first time I have heard about such cruelty. There are some really sick ignorant uncaring people out there.

Yeah, you're right about that...

[Hoppity100]

Maybe I'm too old for U Tube. No, maybe I'm too nice and considerate to justify videos that are beyond comprehension. This should not be allowed as a form on entertainment. Actually, there are other things that are on tv now that weren't years ago. Yes, the world has changed, and in many ways some things are good then there are things that are very bad. Its makes me sad and sick at the same time knowing people can brag about their habits to attract attention and make themselves feel good.

[Hoppity100]

Thanks for writing, I feel better. I'm getting ready to go to the pet store as I need a new gravel vac that does not rquire gravity (a plunger instead) and I'll check out the live food for my frogs. I'll also check at least 8 containers store sells with dead worms. I'll look over the small crickets and I might even splurge and get a bigger tank for my fish. I have an albino shark growing too fast. Ok, he has taken over the tank. He is also chasing other fish around but only chasing. I bought him an extra cave and he's still being a busybody. He needs a bigger home. Yep, he needs something else to do besides chase or eat. I could look for a girlfriend (laughing) or figure out if a female fish would suit him.