Jumping Spider - Phidippus regius "White" Bahama

The stage at which the spiders are sold is between L3 and L5. Please note, they are still very small (a few mm in size) and feed on fruit flies.
 

Information

Phidippus regius "White Bahama" is a jumping spider from North America and the Caribbean, this species comes from the Bahamas. Just before molting, they climb into their web and stay there until the process is complete. These animals are hunters and catch their food without problems. It is always a spectacle to watch them. Suitable prey animals include fruit flies, houseflies, or small crickets. Anything not eaten within a day should be removed from the terrarium. We feed and water young spiders every 3 days and adult spiders once a week. Humidity should be 70% with good ventilation. We spray some water in a corner; this is sufficient, and it is better to spray sparingly than too much. The animals absorb water droplets as needed and thus quench their thirst.

Appearance

The female and male are approximately 3-4 cm in size, including their legs. The female has a larger abdomen, but the male has slightly longer legs. The male's color is always the same, black speckled with white with green chelicerae, in contrast to the female's, which varies from light white-beige to dark brown or even solid black.

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 easily 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 must be removed from the enclosure, as it can disturb or even kill the spider during a molt or sleep. Be vigilant about this. Young regius eat fruit flies, curly-wing flies, or micro crickets. The regius can handle prey that is as large as themselves. They drink from spray water; make sure it is fresh and not too cold.
We advise not to spray too much; they like dryness. A few drops that they can take/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. Eventually, a terrarium of 20x20x30 can be suitable for adult spiders. Humidity should be between 40 and 70% with an ideal temperature of 26-28 degrees. It is important that the spider can drink a few drops 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 place at room temperature is also possible, though they may be somewhat less active. The desired temperature is 24-30°C during the day, a minimum of 14°C at night.

Group housing

Jumping spiders cannot be housed together due to cannibalism.

Jumping Spider - Phidippus regius Apalachicola

The spiders are sold at a stage between L3 and L7.
 

Information

The Apalachicola jumping spiders are found in the Southeastern United States. These spiders are known for their agility and active behavior. They grow to about 2 to 2.5 cm and can live for 1.5 years. These spiders do make a web, but they don't always use it to catch their prey, unlike other spiders. The Apalachicola hunts its prey, which is very entertaining to watch.

Did you know?
Apalachicola is a place in the American state of Florida, and it's presumed the spider was discovered there and named after this location.

Appearance

The color of the Apalachicola jumping spider is black with white, and the amount of black and white can vary per spider. The female spider is often brightly colored and has much less black on the cephalothorax than the males. The males are predominantly black with some white spots.

Behavior

Jumping spiders are true hunters. When offered a fly or cricket, they will quickly go hunting and catch their 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 small plant.

Food

Adult regius spiders eat curly-winged flies, houseflies, crickets, or other small insects. A cricket that is not eaten must be removed from the enclosure, as it can disturb or even kill the spider during molting or sleep. Be aware of this. Young regius spiders eat fruit flies, curly-winged flies, or micro crickets. Regius spiders can handle prey as large as themselves. They drink from spray water; make sure it's fresh and not too cold.
We advise not to spray too much, as they prefer dryness. A few drops that they can access themselves are sufficient. And fruit flies are initially the best food source.
 

Environmental requirements

The enclosure for a jumping spider should be approximately 5x5x7cm with good ventilation. Eventually, a terrarium of 20x20x30cm can be suitable for adult spiders. The humidity should be between 40 and 70% with an ideal temperature of 26-28 degrees Celsius. It's important that the spider can drink something every few days (a droplet); 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, though they may be slightly less active.

Group housing

Jumping spiders cannot be housed together due to cannibalism.

Insect Terrarium – BioDome Green (20x20x34 cm)

Spacious, safe, and perfectly ventilated terrarium for climbing insects.
The BioDome Green is specifically designed for insects that need height to grow healthily and molt without problems. Ideal for praying mantises, stick insects, and leaf insects, and suitable for both small and larger species.

✔ Key benefits

• Extra height (34 cm) – perfect for climbing insects and safe molting

• Optimal ventilation – air circulation through two sides and the lid

• Heat cable possible – easy temperature control under the base

• Sturdy and user-friendly – secure lid for daily care

• Stable placement – stands on four subtle feet

• Stylish design – natural green color, fits any interior

Ideal for climbing insects

During molting, insects hang upside down. Thanks to its tall 34 cm design, the BioDome provides ample vertical space, which helps prevent deformities and increases survival rates. This terrarium actively supports the health and development of your insects.

Smart ventilation system

The BioDome features ventilation openings on two sides and in the lid. This keeps the air fresh and effectively removes moist, stagnant air. For species that require extra heat, a heat cable can easily be placed under the base.

Practical and safe to use

The sturdy lid ensures you can safely open the terrarium for feeding and care. The subtle feet give it a stable and neat appearance, both at home and in a breeding room.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 34 cm

• Color: Green

• Suitable for: praying mantises, stick insects, leaf insects

• For: small and larger insect species

• Ventilation: two sides + lid

• Heating: suitable for heat cable under the base

• Base: four subtle feet

• Available in: 3 natural, chic colors

Why choose the BioDome Green?

With the BioDome, you provide your insects with a safe, spacious, and professional living environment where they can grow optimally and molt without problems.
 

Craftsmanship & material - please note...

Each BioDome is carefully and precisely handcrafted in the Netherlands from laser-cut acrylic. Due to this artisanal production and bonding process, subtle stress structures, also known as crazing, may be visible in the bonded edges.

These fine line structures are a natural characteristic of high-quality acrylic that is precisely bonded and are an inherent part of the manufacturing process. They do not affect the strength, durability, or functionality of the terrarium.

As with other handmade products, this contributes to the unique character of every BioDome.

20-50 fruit flies  

Good for beginner ant colonies, young praying mantises, and various frog species due to their nutrients. A combination of fruit flies and sugar water (or honey) is a good basic food for an ant colony!

These fruit flies have been bred so they cannot fly, making them easy to feed to the colony.

The flies are delivered in a test tube and are intended for immediate feeding. They can also be frozen and offered later (for up to several weeks). You can also breed them. In that case, prepare a suitable culture medium in a container and provide paper strips for the flies to climb on. Immediately upon receipt, place the flies in the container with this culture medium.

Please note! We cannot guarantee live arrival of the fruit flies. If you need live fruit flies, you should purchase a fruit fly breeding kit.

Fruit Fly Breeding Kit

Create your own fruit fly culture  

With this kit, you can set up your own fruit fly culture. Suitable for feeding your ants, praying mantises, poison dart frogs, and other animals. Please note: use immediately upon receipt, as the included fruit flies have a short lifespan.

The fruit flies are bred so that they cannot fly.
 

Contents of the breeding kit  

– Breeding container;
– Manual;
– Bag of culture medium;
– Bag of wood wool;
– 30+ fruit flies.

Not included  

– Measuring cup with 50 ml hot water;
– Something to stir with

Introduction  

Follow the instructions very carefully, and within a few weeks, you will have thousands of fruit flies with this culture. Do not use the included fruit flies as food; they are only intended for breeding.

Please note: use immediately upon receipt, as the included fruit flies have a short lifespan.
 

Insect Terrarium – BioDome Green (20x20x34 cm)

Spacious, safe, and perfectly ventilated terrarium for climbing insects.
The BioDome Green is specifically designed for insects that need height to grow healthily and molt without problems. Ideal for praying mantises, stick insects, and leaf insects, and suitable for both small and larger species.

✔ Key benefits

• Extra height (34 cm) – perfect for climbing insects and safe molting

• Optimal ventilation – air circulation through two sides and the lid

• Heat cable possible – easy temperature control under the base

• Sturdy and user-friendly – secure lid for daily care

• Stable placement – stands on four subtle feet

• Stylish design – natural green color, fits any interior

Ideal for climbing insects

During molting, insects hang upside down. Thanks to its tall 34 cm design, the BioDome provides ample vertical space, which helps prevent deformities and increases survival rates. This terrarium actively supports the health and development of your insects.

Smart ventilation system

The BioDome features ventilation openings on two sides and in the lid. This keeps the air fresh and effectively removes moist, stagnant air. For species that require extra heat, a heat cable can easily be placed under the base.

Practical and safe to use

The sturdy lid ensures you can safely open the terrarium for feeding and care. The subtle feet give it a stable and neat appearance, both at home and in a breeding room.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 34 cm

• Color: Green

• Suitable for: praying mantises, stick insects, leaf insects

• For: small and larger insect species

• Ventilation: two sides + lid

• Heating: suitable for heat cable under the base

• Base: four subtle feet

• Available in: 3 natural, chic colors

Why choose the BioDome Green?

With the BioDome, you provide your insects with a safe, spacious, and professional living environment where they can grow optimally and molt without problems.
 

Craftsmanship & material - please note...

Each BioDome is carefully and precisely handcrafted in the Netherlands from laser-cut acrylic. Due to this artisanal production and bonding process, subtle stress structures, also known as crazing, may be visible in the bonded edges.

These fine line structures are a natural characteristic of high-quality acrylic that is precisely bonded and are an inherent part of the manufacturing process. They do not affect the strength, durability, or functionality of the terrarium.

As with other handmade products, this contributes to the unique character of every BioDome.

Insect Terrarium – BioDome (20x20x34 cm)

Choose your color, in white, brown, and green!

Spacious, secure, and perfectly ventilated terrarium for climbing insects.
The BioDome is specifically designed for insects that require height to grow healthily and molt without problems. Ideal for praying mantises, stick insects, and leaf insects, and suitable for both small and larger species.

✔ Key Benefits

• Extra height (34 cm) – perfect for climbing insects and safe molting

• Optimal ventilation – air circulation through two sides and the lid

• Heat cable possible – easy temperature control beneath the base

• Sturdy and user-friendly – secure lid for daily care

• Stable placement – stands on four subtle feet

• Stylish design – natural green, brown, or white color, fits any interior

Ideal for climbing insects

During molting, insects hang downwards. Thanks to its tall 34 cm design, the BioDome provides ample vertical space, which helps prevent deformities and increases survival rates. Thus, this terrarium actively supports the health and development of your insects.

Smart ventilation system

The BioDome features ventilation openings on two sides and in the lid. This keeps the air fresh and effectively removes humid, stagnant air. For species requiring extra warmth, a heat cable can easily be placed beneath the base.

Practical and safe to use

The sturdy lid ensures you can safely open the terrarium for feeding and care. The subtle feet give the unit a stable and neat appearance, both at home and in a breeding room.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 34 cm

• Color: Green, white, or brown - choose your preference!

• Suitable for: praying mantises, stick insects, leaf insects

• For: small and larger insect species

• Ventilation: two sides + lid

• Heating: suitable for heat cable beneath the base

• Base: four subtle feet

• Available in: 3 natural, chic colors

Why choose the BioDome?

With the BioDome, you provide your insects with a safe, spacious, and professional living environment where they can grow optimally and molt without problems.
 

Craftsmanship & material - please note...

Each BioDome is meticulously handcrafted in the Netherlands from laser-cut acrylic. Due to this artisanal production and bonding process, subtle stress structures, also known as crazing, may be visible in the bonded edges.

These fine line structures are a natural characteristic of high-quality acrylic that is precisely bonded and are an inherent part of the manufacturing process. They do not affect the strength, durability, or functionality of the terrarium.

As with other handmade products, this contributes to the unique character of each BioDome.

Tree Bark Substrate

A great product to cover the bottom of your terrarium/enclosure. This natural product provides a beautiful aesthetic and will delight your animals.

Supplied in a bag weighing approximately 100 grams. This is sufficient to cover the bottom of our terrariums. Of course, it can also be used to furnish our arenas.

Loose plastic breeding pot

Loose breeding pot including ventilation grille

This plastic breeding pot is intended for breeding fruit flies. Due to the ventilation grille in the lid, the pot is also suitable for keeping other (small) insects.
 

Specifications

The plastic breeding pot is 11 cm high and has a diameter of 9 cm.

Jar with magnifying glass on top. Great for closely observing your favourite insects. Specifications: Height - 6 cm Diameter - 6 cm Volume - 0.17 litres Magnifying glass diameter - 4 cm Ventilation opening diameter

Artificial Ivy

Perfect for the insect enclosure. Artificial ivy made of plastic with a natural look. Virtually indistinguishable from real ivy.

Suitable as decoration for any insect enclosure. Your enclosure will always have a natural, green appearance!

Also important: artificial plants provide continuously stable climbing opportunities and shelter for your animals.

Size: 30 to 50 cm

Decorating Set

Complete decorating set for a terrarium or other enclosure. Contents of the set:

- Large artificial ivy plant - 50cm long
- Sand-loam mixture - 400gr
- Decorative stones - 200 gr

With this decorating set, you give your new pet a safe environment (with many sheltered resting places), and it also gives your terrarium a very natural look!

Please note, this product does not include a terrarium. The insect terrarium is available here.