Care Guide

  Front Range Jumpers Care Guide

Captive Bred • Sub Adult • Female • Phidippus Regius 

See Buying Guide for Detailed Recommendations 

Regal Jumping Spider Fun Facts

• Native to Florida, accustomed to Florida’s heat and humidity.
• Arboreal in nature, they often create nests or use hides in the top corners of their enclosures.

Habitat Options  

Natural Habitat

• Enclosures should have good ventilation.
• Use substrates like peat moss or coconut fiber.
• Include natural elements for climbing and hiding.

Whimsical Habitat

• Safe, non-toxic materials like pipe cleaners, fake hides, and felt can be used.
• Decorations should be spider-safe and free from harmful chemicals. 

Sunlight and Stimulation

• Sunlight exposure is beneficial for stimulating hunting behavior and basking.
• Spiders are more likely to hunt and are more active in well-lit environments.

Molting Care

Pre-Molt:

• Signs include decreased activity and refusal of food.
• Reduce handling and maintain appropriate humidity.

During Molting:

• The molting process takes several hours; do not disturb the spider.
• Ensure a stress-free environment for successful shedding.

Post-Molt:

• Allow the spider time to recover, avoiding handling.
• The new exoskeleton needs a few days to harden

Water, Temperature, and Humidity

• Mist the enclosure daily, especially in dry climates like Colorado’s, to maintain 60-70% humidity.
• Temperature should 78°-85° Fahrenheit 
• Spiders breathe through book lungs located under their body, susceptible to drowning if overwatered.
• In females, the book lungs can be identified by a clearish yellow area on the abdomen. 

Feeding

• Jumping spiders only eat living insects.
• Preferred options include small Dubia roaches, NutriGrubs, small crickets, bottle fly larvae, and flies.
• Offer variety with occasional mealworms or wax worms. 
• Feed 2-3 times a week and remove uneaten prey after 24 hours.

Handling and Behavior:

• Handle in open spaces, free from pets and clutter.
• Avoid pulling or slinging the spider on their safety line.
• Gentle handling is advised, with minimal disturbance.

Health and Well-being

• Regular checks for mold or mites are crucial.
• An active spider with a healthy appetite is a good sign.
• Ensure a safe environment, particularly during molting. 

Aging and Special Needs

• Older spiders may lose gripping and web-spinning abilities.
• Adjust the habitat with more horizontal spaces and extra hiding spots.

Reproduction and Diurnal Habits

• Female jumping spiders may lay infertile eggs and guard them.
• These spiders are active during the day and ‘sleep’ at night, even without eyelids

For any further questions please reach out! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Captive Bred • Sub Adult • Female • Phidippus Regius 

See Buying Guide for Detailed Recommendations 

Regal Jumping Spider Fun Facts

• Native to Florida, accustomed to Florida’s heat and humidity.
• Arboreal in nature, they often create nests or use hides in the top corners of their enclosures.

 

Habitat Options 

 

Natural Habitat

• Enclosures should have good ventilation.
• Use substrates like peat moss or coconut fiber.
• Include natural elements for climbing and hiding.

 

Whimsical Habitat

• Safe, non-toxic materials like pipe cleaners, fake hides, and felt can be used.
• Decorations should be spider-safe and free from harmful chemicals.

 

 

Sunlight and Stimulation

• Sunlight exposure is beneficial for stimulating hunting behavior and basking.
• Spiders are more likely to hunt and are more active in well-lit environments.

 

Molting Care

 

Pre-Molt:

• Signs include decreased activity and refusal of food.
• Reduce handling and maintain appropriate humidity.

 

During Molting:

• The molting process takes several hours; do not disturb the spider.
• Ensure a stress-free environment for successful shedding.

 

Post-Molt:

• Allow the spider time to recover, avoiding handling.
• The new exoskeleton needs a few days to harden

 

Water, Temperature, and Humidity

• Mist the enclosure daily, especially in dry climates like Colorado’s, to maintain 60-70% humidity.
• Temperature should 78°-85° Fahrenheit 
• Spiders breathe through book lungs located under their body, susceptible to drowning if overwatered.
• In females, the book lungs can be identified by a clearish yellow area on the abdomen.

 

 

 

 

Feeding

• Jumping spiders only eat living insects.
• Preferred options include small Dubia roaches, NutriGrubs, small crickets, bottle fly larvae, and flies.
• Offer variety with occasional mealworms or wax worms. 
• Feed 2-3 times a week and remove uneaten prey after 24 hours.

 

Handling and Behavior:

• Handle in open spaces, free from pets and clutter.
• Avoid pulling or slinging the spider on their safety line.
• Gentle handling is advised, with minimal disturbance.

 

Health and Well-being

• Regular checks for mold or mites are crucial.
• An active spider with a healthy appetite is a good sign.
• Ensure a safe environment, particularly during molting. 

 

Aging and Special Needs

• Older spiders may lose gripping and web-spinning abilities.
• Adjust the habitat with more horizontal spaces and extra hiding spots.

 

Reproduction and Diurnal Habits

• Female jumping spiders may lay infertile eggs and guard them.
• These spiders are active during the day and ‘sleep’ at night, even without eyelids.

 

 

For any further questions please reach out!