Jumping spider - Phidippus regius 'White Bahama'

Jumping Spider - Phidippus regius 'White Bahama' – The charming, snow-white day hunter

Are you looking for a fascinating, active, and incredibly cute pet? The Phidippus regius 'White Bahama' is one of the most beloved jumping spiders in the world. This specific variant originates from the Caribbean (Bahamas) and is known for its beautiful, snow-white to light beige appearance. With their large, curious eyes and intelligent behavior, they are true eye-catchers in the spider hobby!

Fascinating hunting behavior and active during the day

Jumping spiders do not spin large webs to catch their prey; they are active visual hunters! As soon as you offer a fruit fly or small insect, the spider positions itself, focuses with its large eyes, and pounces on the prey with impressive precision. Because jumping spiders are active during the day, they are continuously fun to observe. At night, they safely retreat into a self-spun silk cocoon.

Appearance and Differences (Sexual Dimorphism)

Adult Phidippus regius spiders reach a size of approximately 3 to 4 cm (including legs). The male is distinctly black-spotted with white and has striking, glossy green chelicerae (jaws). The female varies from breathtaking snow-white and light beige to sometimes darker shades with pink or orange chelicerae.

Care and Housing

For young spiders (L3 to L5), a small, well-ventilated enclosure of approx. 10x10x15 cm is ideal. Adult specimens can be housed in a terrarium of 20x20x30 cm. Jumping spiders prefer a bright, warmer environment (ideal temperature 26-28 °C, minimum 14 °C at night). Preferably use a heat lamp or a heating cable from below if you don't have a warm spot in your home.

Feeding and Watering

In the L3 to L5 stage, the spiders mainly eat fruit flies. As they grow, switch to curly flies, houseflies, and micro crickets. Important: always remove crickets that are not immediately eaten from the enclosure, as they can injure the spider during a vulnerable molt. The spiders get their drinking water from misted water droplets on the wall. Spray sparingly (a few drops in a corner every 3 days is sufficient, for example), as they prefer a relatively dry environment with good ventilation.

Key advantages and features:

• Unique 'White Bahama' Variant: Beautiful white to light beige coloration (young animals are still darker).
• Charming & Curious: Active behavior during the day, fantastic to observe.
• Impressive Hunter: Catches prey with an accurate jump without a web.
• Easy Care: Requires little space and is easy to maintain.
• Delivered in L3-L5 Stage: Ideal size to watch your spider grow.

Product specifications:

• Species: Phidippus regius 'White Bahama'
• Size at delivery: Stage L3 to L5 (a few millimeters in size)
• Food at delivery: Fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster / hydei)
• Temperature: Daytime 24-30 °C (optimal 26-28 °C)
• Humidity: 40% - 70% (spray sparingly, good ventilation)
• Housing: Keep individually (not together due to cannibalism)

Bring a unique and curious 'White Bahama' jumping spider into your home.