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Hey there, fellow green thumbs! Ken Lain the Top 10 Gardener here. Ever spotted a hairy hitchhiker in your Arizona garden? Don't swat it away just yet! Our resident expert Ken Lain is here to shed some light (and maybe dispel a few myths) about our fascinating eight-legged friends: tarantulas.

Nature's Pest Patrol

While their size might be startling, Ken assures us these gentle giants are beneficial garden buddies. Here's why:

• They're natural bug zappers: Those creepy crawlies that munch on your precious plants? Tarantulas love to dine on them! From grasshoppers to crickets, they keep pest populations in check.
• They're tidy burrowers: Unlike their web-spinning cousins, tarantulas live underground, so you won't find any unsightly webs in your garden.

The Truth About Tarantula Love

Ever wondered why you see more "spiders" roaming around in the fall? Ken explains it's a bachelor party! Here's the scoop:

• Females stay home: The bigger tarantulas you see are usually the males, out and about searching for love. The females prefer to stay cozy in their burrows.
• A unique courtship: Forget serenades; tarantulas have a special "drumming" ritual to attract a mate.

Living in Harmony with Tarantulas

While they're more scared of you than you are of them, respecting their space is key. Here are some tips:

• Leave them be: No need to remove them from your garden. They're doing you a favor!
• Gentle relocation: If a tarantula finds its way indoors, gently guide it outside with a container.

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Want to learn more about Arizona's amazing wildlife and how to create a garden that thrives? Stay tuned for more Mountain Gardener tips from Ken Lain!

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