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I've heard good things about it, but I've only really played LoL. Is DOTA 2 any good? (What I am really asking is "Should I be playing it?")

Sure, Dota 2 is a great game. It might be a little less newbie friendly then LoL though, but with a little effort, you should fit in in no time. The similaritys between the two games will help out a lot as well.

May I just say I like the idea of these spotlights? Insects don't get the recognition they deserve (even if spiders do freak me out a little.)

Thanks. I hope to see enjoy this thread and learn a thing or two. And don't worry, the difference between fear and dislike is an easily reckonizable one.

Apparently Dota 2 is a pretty popular game. I have only recently started playing it. It's got a decent learning curve, but I'm definitely getting better. It really helps that I have a more experienced friend coaching me. Anyone else familer with this game? Also, I bet nobody can guess my 3 favorite heroes.

Sorry guys, I haven't been doing a very good job of becoming re-active here on canterlot like I said I would. I'll get a new bug highlight up soon yeah?

All I'm going to say is that it must take some intense skill to use those mandibles. And even more skill to get the food in their mouth using said mandibles.

I do enjoy the spider crab though. Good highlight sir. Keep em coming.

Thank you swirly, I needed that.

So is that all for the Spider crab then? Your guy's feedback is what keeps me motivated to do highlights.

Hearing you say that I'm assisting someone overcome their fear of bugs as well develop an interest for them makes my day, Thanks bud. Also, regarding zoos, I don't think you'll have to travel all the way to japan to see one in person. The point of a zoo is to showcase animals from all over the world in one convenient viewing spot. Just look into the some of the zoos that are closest to you, I'll bet you can find one without traveling half way across the world.

You silly person you.

Okay guys, remember back awhile back when I said something about the zoo giving me inspiration? No? Yeah me either. In any case, here's my latest bug highlight, The Japanese Giant Spider Crab!

As the name implies, these guys can be found in the coasts of the far east from Tokyo Bay to Kagoshima Prefecture. With that out of the way, Let me tell you the thing about these guys. They are the largest known arthropods on this earth. Exactly how large are we talking? Have a look at this.

As you can see,these things are Massive. Sporting a leg span reaching 3.8 meters (12 ft) from claw to claw and a body that can grow to a size of 16 inches, these guys can make some B horror movie giant spiders weep in shame. They also have an impressive lifespan that can chalk up to a hundred years or more. But despite their formidable size, these 10 legged bug giants are actually quite docile. Aside from the occasional small marine invertebrate, the Japanese Spider Crab is a omnivorous scavenger, eating dead and decaying animal and plant matter. This makes them greatly beneficial assets to the surrounding marine, as they keep it clean and orderly for the rest of the surrounding sea life.

Welp, if you guys think it's cool. Now, my next post in this thread will absolutely, positively, be a bug highlight. Feel free to quote me on that as much as you'd like.

I think "Leftovers" is a great name.

Just to clarify, you do get the joke behind it, correct?

Okay guys, here's the deal. I took a glance at Rosey's vacant cage just now, and I noticed that there is a single one of her crickets still alive in there. I'm thinking I might keep the little guy. But what I want to know is if you guys think that the name "Leftovers" is too insensitive of a name or not. Also, I know I'm overdue for a bug highlight. Procrastination keeps a collar and leash around my neck, and will probably be making me learn some tricks soon.

What's your all-time ultimate video game accomplishments? Did you catch a shiny variant of your favorite pokemon? Do you hold the high score in a video game cabinet at your local arcade? Or did you just finally beat that really hard part you've been trying at like, FOREVER. Anything like that will work.

The only thing I can think of right now is that I just beat the pit of 100 trials in Paper Mario the Thousand Year Door today, and on my first try too. It took me two hours or so.

This thread is amazing.

I love all animals, insects and arachnids and other creepy crawlies included, and I'm so glad that there are people out there willing to help others understand them.

I shall continue to lurk...

Although...

I would like to see something on maybe a Whiptail Scorpion/Spider or the Mexican Red-Kneed Tarantula.

Also, RIP Rosey and Saucy.

May the stars be the dew drops on your webs.

Thanks, I'm glad you think so!

Aww, I'm sorry to hear about your pet spider. May she find peace up in the big web in the sky (alongside Saucy, probably).

Yay Spotlights! Keep'um coming, Bugmaster!

May rosey and saucy be spinning webs together, capturing many prey in the process together in the big spider atrium in the sky

Thanks guys.

A ways back, I mentioned that I had a pet Dark Brown Fishing spider by the name of Rosey. Well, I regret to inform you all that she has passed away last weekend due to old age. She has proved herself to be a great pet in the year and a half she spent under my care, and I am very grateful to have had her. My only regret is that I have never bothered to take any pictures of her.

RIP Rosey

I'm afraid I also did not know duskbreeze personally... I'm afraid if I say anything else, it will come out wrong. My condolences to all of her loved ones. RIP Sarah Hellens.

Oh wow, you snuck your post in as I was typing mine spatt. You don't have to make an rp to get active here on canterlot, but if you want to give it a shot, feel free to send me a pm. I'd be happy to talk about it with you. Alright then, that's enough suggestions for now. Thanks for your help guys!

Sure thing queenie. Luckily for you, I'm not feeling all that picky. Hit me up with a pm whenever your ready. Ok then, one more should do it.

Thanks bronynumber, that sounds good. Any other ideas anyone?

Alright, my sister has convinced our father to take us to the zoo the other day, and now I have a few highlight ideas in mind. Inspiration is a wonderful thing.

Hi guys, how goes it? I need to make myself an active role-player here on the forums again after my 2 month absence. It would be too much of a hassle to try and get back into any ones I was already participating in, so I need some brand new ones to become a part of. I think that about 3 should do it. If you have any suggestions or invites, I sure would appreciate it!

Would it be coy of me to say that I have seen and enjoyed this picture and that mantises very rarely partake in cannibalism after/during mating?

Okay then guys, what should my next highlight be on. I've noticed that arthropods with the word "Peacock" in them have been awfully interesting. Just throwing that out there.

Anymore discussion on these 3 arthropod wonders anyone? Or should I move onto a new bug?

So the turtle ants job is pretty much a door man What kind of predators are they trying to keep out? and is there a reason they don't make their own nest?

simple questions I could probably google. But I think it's more fun to ask ya.

I'm Not sure if I can list any specific predators, but I would assume that ants from other colonies, spiders, and centipedes, among other things, would be creatures they'd want to keep away. Anything small enough and would think an ant colony would make for a convieniant place to grab a snack would apply really. As for why they borrow their colonies instead of digging their own, I don't think their is any particular reason, it's just how they are.