Jumping Spider - Phidippus regius Isla Juventud

The stage at which the spiders are sold is between L5 and adulthood.
 

Size

Every Phidippus regius spider is unique, which is why you see the same photo for both types we offer.
 

Information

With her large eyes, she will follow you as soon as you approach her enclosure, curious if something might be coming. They are easy to care for and suitable for the beginner jumping spider enthusiast.

P. regius is most commonly found in relatively open areas, such as fields and light forests, with adults usually preferring trees or the walls of buildings as hunting grounds. They build silk nests at night to sleep in, often in palm leaves or similar areas. Females of the species lay their eggs under the bark of trees, or in secluded spots in wooden structures such as sheds. P. regius occurs in the southeastern United States and the West Indies and has been introduced to Easter Island. If you set up a terrarium yourself, you can take this into account.

Appearance

Adult males are black/white and females are orange/red. The young soroa is red; the gender will only become visible at a later stage. Especially around the mouthparts, all sorts of color variations can occur. Every Phidippus regius spider is unique, which is why you see the same photo for both types we offer.

Behavior

Jumping spiders are true hunters. When offered a fly or cricket, she will quickly hunt and catch her prey with a jump. They are active during the day, making them often clearly visible. At night, they sleep in a self-made cocoon or hide under a plant.

Food

Adult regius eat curly-wing flies, houseflies, crickets, or other small insects. A cricket that is not eaten should be removed from the enclosure, as it can disturb or even kill the spider during a molt or sleep. Be aware of this. The young regius eats fruit flies, curly-wing flies, or micro crickets. The regius can handle prey that is as large as itself. They drink from the spray water; ensure it is fresh and not too cold.
We advise not to spray too much; they prefer dryness. A few drops that they can get themselves are sufficient. And fruit flies are initially the best food source.
 

Environmental requirements

A jumping spider's enclosure should be approximately 5x5x7cm with good ventilation. Ultimately, a 20x20x30cm terrarium may be suitable for adult spiders. Humidity should be between 40 and 70% with an ideal temperature of 26-28 degrees Celsius. It is important that the spider can drink something (a droplet) every few days; much more is not necessary.
Heating can be done with a lamp; do not use a heating mat from below (due to the risk of dehydration). Placing the enclosure in a bright spot at room temperature is also possible, although they may be less active this way.

Group housing

Jumping spiders cannot be housed together due to cannibalism.