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Jumping Spiders
Regal Jumping Spiders
Welcome to the fascinating world of Regal Jumping Spiders, where curiosity and agility reign supreme! These captivating arachnids, known for their striking appearance and impressive jumping abilities, are sure to add a touch of wonder to your collection. With their vibrant colors and bold patterns, Regal Jumping Spiders are a true marvel of nature. Their inquisitive nature and playful demeanor make them not only intriguing to observe but also endearing companions. Embrace the charm of Regal Jumping Spiders and let these tiny acrobats weave their way into your heart and home!
Jumping Spider Basic Care Overview
Enclosure Misting
Enclosure Misting
Enclosure Misting
To keep happy and healthy spoods, remember to mist the enclosure daily. This not only will help provide humidity for your spider, but drinking water as well. Remember to never offer a water bowl, as they are prone to drowning, due to where their lungs are located.
Feeding
Enclosure Misting
Enclosure Misting
Jumping Spiders do not need daily feeding. Establishing a feeding schedule or checking their abdomen size to gauge hunger are effective ways to ensure their well-being. Prey items can include meal worms, small crickets, wax worms, flightless fruit flies, etc. Never overfeed your spider, as it is bad for their overall health.
Enrichment
Enclosure Misting
Enrichment
Jumping Spiders are incredibly curious creatures that delight in interacting with both you and the décor inside their enclosures. Providing ample enrichment, such as climbing structures, hiding spots, and varied textures, will ensure your spider remains happy, engaged, and stimulated.
Jumping Spider Care Guide & Overview
Feeding Schedule Based on Age of your Spider
Feeding Schedule Based on Age of your Spider
Feeding Schedule Based on Age of your Spider
🍴 Feeding Guidelines by Life Stage
- Sling: Offer 2–3 flightless fruit flies every other day.
- Juvenile: Feed a mini or small mealworm every few days.
- Sub-Adult / Adult: Provide a mealworm, small cricket, or wax worm 1–2 times per week.
Always observe your spider’s appetite and adjust as needed—each spood has their own rhythm!
Noticing If Your Spider Is Hungry or Full
Feeding Schedule Based on Age of your Spider
Feeding Schedule Based on Age of your Spider
Watch the Abdomen Your spider’s abdomen is a helpful indicator of their appetite and overall health. A slim abdomen may suggest they’re hungry or underfed, while a plump one means they’re well-fed—or possibly overindulged!
Providing Water for Drinking & Humidity
Feeding Schedule Based on Age of your Spider
Providing Water for Drinking & Humidity
💧 Hydration is Key To keep your spider happy and hydrated, lightly mist the clear sides of the enclosure once daily. Hold the bottle at a distance to create fine droplets, ensuring your spood can safely drink without the risk of large water pools that could
pose danger.
Spider Lighting
Enclosure Cleaning / Maintenance
Providing Water for Drinking & Humidity
Jumping spiders rely on their exceptional vision to hunt and explore, so proper lighting is essential to their well-being. Providing at least 12 hours of light per day helps keep your jumper active and content!
LED lights are the ideal choice—they offer bright, consistent illumination without generating excess heat, making them perfect for your spood’s cozy enclosure.
PreMolt / Molting
Enclosure Cleaning / Maintenance
Enclosure Cleaning / Maintenance
What to Expect As your spider grows, it will periodically shed its exoskeleton—a natural process called molting—until it reaches adulthood. When it’s time, your spood will usually retreat into its cozy, self-spun hammock for some quiet transformation time.
They may stay tucked away for 1 to 2 weeks, sometimes even longer. Don’t worry—this is completely normal! During this period:
- ❌ Do not offer food (they won’t eat while molting)
- 💧 Continue gentle misting to maintain humidity
Once your spider emerges—leaving behind its old exoskeleton—it’s safe to resume feeding. Watching them grow is one of the most magical parts of the journey!
Enclosure Cleaning / Maintenance
Enclosure Cleaning / Maintenance
Enclosure Cleaning / Maintenance
🧼 Enclosure Cleaning Tips When tidying up your spider’s home, take care not to disturb any webbing—these delicate threads form your jumper’s personal retreat, like their own cozy little bed.
To clean up waste or residue, use the dampened tip of a Q-tip for gentle, precise spot-cleaning. A light touch goes a long way in keeping their space fresh without disrupting their comfort zone!