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Basic Jumping Spider Care. This is intended as a general care sheet for phidippus species to get you started. For more specific care, we suggest visiting the RESOURCES page of our website, and/or doing research into specific species to learn more!
General Jumping Spider Care guide. Jumping spiders are not hard to take care of, but you do have to check on your spider daily to see that his needs are met. Generally jumping spiders need a bit of space, even though they are tiny and also need a variety of objects to explore in its enclosure such as tiny logs, faux plants etc.
Jumping Spider during a molt. Habitat - Being from Temperate/Sub-Tropical environments a humidity of 50-60% is recommended. Consult your local store for specifics regarding your species. Provide plants and branches for climbing. Size - An escape proof enclosure with good ventilation is key to keeping Jumping Spiders.
A jumping spider makes a great pet spider with minimum care. It doesn’t require more attention than other types of spiders or special food, which makes it great for novices. However, there are some things you need to know before having a jumping spider.
Jumping Spiders Care Sheet. Jumping Spiders eat a variety of live insects including fruit flies, dubia roaches, house flies, spikes (maggots), mealworms, wax worms, black soldier flies, blue bottle flies, and crickets . Feed your Jumping Spider 1-3 insects every 2-3 days for now. Never feed your Jumping Spider during a molt.
In the care sheet I'll go over the basic care and what you will need to consider when thinking about getting a jumping spider. I'll also include care specific for 5th instar spiders (the age your most likely purchase a jumping spider at) as well as sub-adult and mature spiders for when they grow up.
Free Downloadable Printable General Jumping Spider Care Sheet. Download. View. GET OUR BOOK ON AMAZON! This in-depth care guide covers everything you need to know to start your jumping spider journey! Available in paperback or e-book (coming soon!), this book covers housing, feeding, watering, and more!
