Jumping spider care sheet

Regal jumping spiders are making waves in the pet world, captivating enthusiasts with their vibrant colors, curious nature, and surprisingly low maintenance needs. But what makes these tiny arachnids so appealing? Let's dive into the world of regal jumping spiders and discover why they've become the latest pet craze.

Phidippus Regius jumping spider care sheet. Learn what it takes to have a pet jumping spider including housing, feeding, habitat, and environment advice for keeping a captive spider.

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As its name suggests, the Bold Jumping Spider (Phidippus audax) is a daring prey stocker and wandering hunter that can jump on its prey on the pulse. It is separated from other jumping spiders by its unusually large size and iridescent chelicerae. The Bold Jumping Spider has an overall legspan length between .39”-.91” (10-23 mm). Bold Jumping Spiders have a typical body length of .24”-.59” (6-15 mm), body width of .98”-2.56” (25-65 mm), and body height of .08”-.2” (2-5 mm). The common…

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Brachypelma boehmei, commonly known as the Mexican Fireleg or Mexican Rustleg is truly one of the most beautiful tarantulas in the world. Hailing from the Western Pacific coast of Mexico, this is a “chunky” looking spider with brilliant orange legs and carapace, contrasted against black femurs and abdomen. Originally described by taxonomists Schmidt and Klass ... Read more