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First jumping spider? Start here.

A guided path from “should I get one?” to species choice, day-one supplies, and checkout.

Step 1

Is a jumping spider right for me?

Jumping spiders are one of the easiest spider pets to start with — but they are still a commitment. Here is an honest snapshot before you buy.

Small footprint

A single adult needs only a small vertical enclosure — great for apartments and desks.

Active & curious

They are active during the day and fun to watch. Many owners say each spider has its own personality.

Simple feeding

Juveniles eat fruit flies. No daily dog-walks — mist a few times a week and feed every 2–4 days.

Know the tradeoffs

Lifespan is typically 1–2 years. They are observational pets, not cuddly companions.

Good fit if you want

A low-space, low-noise pet you can watch during the day, with straightforward care and minimal equipment. Not ideal if you need a long-lived pet or hands-on handling every day.

Continue — pick a beginner species Read the full care guide
Step 2

Best beginner species

We recommend starting with tough, friendly species we breed ourselves — regal jumping spiders (Phidippus regius) or Arizona jumpers (P. arizonensis). The options below are forgiving for first-time owners.

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Want something different? Browse all species in the Adoption Center or read species notes in our care guide.

Step 3

What you need on day one

Have these ready before your spider arrives. Jumpers do not need bedding on the floor — a simple enclosure with something to climb is enough.

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Enclosure with ventilation

Minimum 3×3×6 inches, secure lid, and air holes on different sides so air can flow. Jumpers climb and escape easily.

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A perch to climb

Cork bark or a branch gives your jumper a place to climb, perch, and anchor a web.

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Misting routine

Light mist on one wall 2–3 times per week. No heat lamp required for most household temps.

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Fruit flies and/or buffalo beetle larvae

Small young spiders eat flightless fruit flies. Larger ones can eat buffalo beetle larvae (a type of small mealworm). Have food ready before your spider arrives.

Enclosure Kit — $25

Our Enclosure Kit includes a 3×3×6 inch enclosure, cork bark, mist bottle, and months' worth of buffalo beetle larvae you can add at checkout if you do not already have supplies ready. Already set up? Skip the kit and order the spider alone. See what's in the kit →

Details on setup and feeding: Habitat setup · Feeding guide · After arrival

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Step 4

Ready to order

Choose a beginner species below and add the spider to your cart. You can include our $25 Enclosure Kit in one click if you need supplies. Checkout opens from the cart icon in the nav.

Choose your spider

Already have an enclosure and feeders? Add a spider only. Need supplies? Pick spider + our $25 Enclosure Kit in one click. Live arrival guarantee on every shipment.

  • FedEx Priority Overnight — $40 TX / $50 US
  • Free local pickup in the Dallas area
  • Printed species care sheet in every order

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