Giant Jumping Spider

Hyllus giganteus

True spiderintermediateVenom: Mild

About

The largest jumping spider in the world — a heavy-bodied salticid with a huge, expressive face. Like its cousin H. diardi it wants it warm (75-85°F, often a thermostatted heat source) and humid (60-70%) in a tall, ventilated enclosure with cork and plants, misted daily-ish. Bold but startles easily, so an intermediate, look-don't-handle pick. Harmless, mild venom.

Taxonomy

FamilySalticidae

GenusHyllus

Native regionSoutheast Asia, Australia

TypeArboreal

Temperamentbold but startles easily; not for handling

Size & growth

Adult sizefemale ~25 mm body (largest jumper)

Length18.00–25.00 mm

Growth ratefast

Climate

Temperature75–85 °F

Humidity60–70%

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