Apache Jumping Spider

Phidippus apacheanus

True spiderbeginnerVenom: Mild

About

A vivid red-and-black North American jumper that mimics a velvet ant. Species-specific husbandry is sparse, so this follows standard Phidippus care: a tall, well-lit enclosure with climbing decor and a silk retreat, room temperature, light misting for drinking, and flies or small crickets a few times a week. Bold and personable; harmless, mild venom. Solitary.

Taxonomy

FamilySalticidae

GenusPhidippus

Native regionCentral and southern USA, Mexico

TypeArboreal

Temperamentbold, curious (velvet-ant mimic); harmless

Size & growth

Adult size8-13 mm body

Length8.00–13.00 mm

Growth ratefast

Climate

Temperature70–85 °F

Humidity50–60%

Enclosure

Adult size4x4x8 inches (vertical)

Substratecoco fiber; vertical decor for climbing + silk retreats; light mist for drinking

Substrate depth1-2 inches

Water dishOptional

Feeding

Feeding modePredator (live prey)

Prey sizeflies, fruit flies, small crickets

Adult cadence2-3 prey per week

Times kept: 0