Jumping spider - Phidippus regius Apalachicola

The stage at which the spiders are sold is 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 up to 1.5 years. These spiders make a web, but they do not always use it to catch their prey, like other spiders. The Apalachicola hunts its prey, which is very fun to watch.

You know!
Apalachicola is a place in the American state of Florida, where the spider was probably discovered and named after this place.

Appearance

The color of the Apalachicola jumping spider is black and white, the amount of black and white can vary per spider. The female spider is often bright in color and has a lot less black on the thorax than the males. The males are mainly black with some white spots.

Behaviour

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

Food

Adult regius eat curl flies, house flies, 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 its molt or sleep. Be alert to this. The young regius eats fruit flies, curl flies or micro crickets. The regius can handle prey as large as itself. They drink from the spray water, make sure it is fresh and not too cold.
We advise not to water too much, they like drought. A few drops that they can grab/get themselves are sufficient. And fruit flies are in principle the best source of nutrition.
 

Environmental requirements

A jumping spider's enclosure should be approximately 5x5x7cm with good ventilation. Ultimately, a 20x20x30 terrarium may be suitable for adult spiders. The humidity is between 40 and 70% with an ideal temperature of 26-28 degrees. It is important that the spider can drink something (drop) every few days, much more is not necessary.
You can heat it with a lamp, do not use a heating mat from the bottom (due to the risk of dehydration). Placing the enclosure in a bright place at room temperature is also possible, so they may be less active.

Group housing

Jumping spiders cannot be housed together due to cannibalism.