Bold jumping spiders are mostly black and dark brown jumping spiders. Most have markings on their backs that have been compared to faces. These markings can sometimes be bright orange or almost red!
Scientific name: Phidippus audax
Size(M): 6-13 mm
Size(F): 8-19 mm
Environment: grasslands, fields, woods
Habitat: USA, Canada, Mexico, and other islands
Humidity: 40-60%
Price(USA): $35-$40
Life span(M, captivity): 1-2 years
Life span(F, captivity): 1-3 years
Water: Every 2 days
Feed: Every 2 days depending on the food size and abdomen size(check chart below )
Fun fact! Bold jumping spiders are much easier to keep than regals because of their low need of humidity.
Level: Beginner
Behavior(M): Active, curious, enjoys exploration.
Behavior(F): Relaxed, enjoys siting in your hand, doesn’t need exploration.
Need:
- Spray bottle for humidity and water
- A consistent source of bugs for food
- Escape proof container with air holes
- Sticks, leaves, fake plants, or other decorations to climb on/hide in
- Paper towel or mulch at the bottom of container
Good to have:
- Some Spiders seem to enjoy enjoy eating some fruits. Its like a treat to them! Fruits jumping spiders can eat include apples, watermelon, cucumbers, and other high in water fruits.
- Humidity thermometers/thermometers to know the humidity and temperature so your spider is healthy
Never:
- Direct sunlight
- 2 or more crickets at one feeding
- Put 2 spiders in one container. If you are attempting to breed 2 spiders, watch over the spiders and make sure they actually breed. You don’t want your male jumper to die for nothing!