How to Keep and Breed Pet Jumping Spiders (Phidippus regius) | Part #1

[@studiocoldblood]

That female is so pretty, she looks like a little jungle cat! Also had me laughing when she paused to look directly at the camera like "....are we done yet"

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you! I think so too! Hahaha right?! 😅

[@kirishima638]

I just can't get over how adorable they are! From their innocent expressions and big eyes, their stubby legs, their fur, to the way they move their 'arms' around and wiggle their pedipalps.

[@caseysilva6919]

I love their personalities. This is definitely on my list to have one day.

[@Reptiliatus]

Me too! They are so fun!

[@Oozaru85]

They have no personalities. They are purely reactive animals. Thats pretty much it. Ive had a few of these spiders and they all behaved the same way. very limited and no signs of a personality as we know it from animals with higher intelligence.

[@kikicanjar9185]

Thank you for your emphasis on the responsibility human’s have to ensure that all young, bred in their care, is their responsibility - particularly when placing animals into a proper new home. ❤👍🏼

[@GlitzyWitch]

The way she looked at you as if to say 'please make him stop, i dont want to😢'

[@santisreef1055]

Lmao for real

[@Reptiliatus]

😅 i felt bad haha

[@Reptiliatus]

Yea for sure 😅

[@midnull6009]

yeah that's exactly what it looks like, he's raping her as she's trying to crawl away....

[@Ttttlifdhj]

👀

[@venrirnylox1347]

these little critters are so cute and creepy at the same time. and the look on the female... "really... you're gonna stand there and let this guy do this!"

[@nat20crafts]

Little dude looked so accomplished at the end! 😂

[@Reptiliatus]

Hahaha def was happy I think 😎✨

[@ingesexton811]

I keep finding baby jumpers all over my house, cracks me up to thing this is going on in my house. Like some far away corner of my attic two jumpers are making sweet sweet love 😂😂😂

[@branevans3705]

I can't get over how cute their wee faces are, as well as their body language. I hope people try not to let their cuteness be the only reason to have them as pets.

[@cearagraceroundy3369]

I have quite a few jumpers! Something I suggest is making new cages for them that open from the bottom. Jumping spiders most of the time like to make their hammocks at the top of cages, and destroying the hammock every time you open it to feed and water them can be stressful to them.

[@MagiKatz]

Best way: I put an shell into my jumping spider then she hides there for literally FOREVER, she is pregnant or maybe molting

[@Dracos210]

I have one terrarium with guilotine so it dont destroy their nests really helpful

[@Wildcat356]

Just finished misting my P. Audax slings. This is her second clutch from the first pairing. The second clutch was huge. The first clutch was only around 30 babies. This second clutch is more like 70! I plan to release some into my garden since they are native to my area. I love the P. Regius! They are my next spider. I also own a Mexican fire leg, curly hair, and pink toe tarantula ❤. Love your videos. You and tarantula Kat are my “go to” for spider education & husbandry/care videos.

[@Reptiliatus]

How exciting! Congratulations on the P. audax slings! Great tarantulas you have there too! Thank you so much for your support and viewership! So glad you enjoy my arachnid content! 🕷️🙏🏼

[@Wildcat356]

@@Reptiliatus fan girling so hard right now 😍🥰. Thanks for the reply!

[@FaithSwagger-fb6bf]

We are just about to get a pet jumping spider so I am binge watching every jumping spider video🤗

[@loriw2661]

QOTD: Make sure it’s something you’re passionate about. Not just a whim because “they’re so cute”. Btw, they really are adorable!!❤ 🕷️

[@Reptiliatus]

100%! So important to have that as a driving force!

[@SkylarHunt-fo3ls]

You're lovely and so is your dedication to these adorable babies

[@xaverklaus5176]

Great shots of the preliminary skirmish and the actual act! I'm very fascinated by the very different approach of different arachnids. Looking forward to part 2! Keep up the good work

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you kindly! Looking forward to sharing!

[@delanoprinsloo453]

Love jumping spiders! Sometimes i wonder imagine if they were as big as a housecat! It would be a formidable creature!

[@Reptiliatus]

Me too! Haha that’s a fun idea! They are rather cat-like!

[@delanoprinsloo453]

Can you imagine a catlike creature jumping 30 times it own bodylength. Also being able to walk on glass having super strength and a silk bunjeecord to repel with! Aaaand hectic bite aswell. Would be awesome

[@TheChromePoet]

@@Reptiliatus Have you ever thought of keeping spitting spiders? they're so overpowered, they take down scorpions.

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

@@TheChromePoet I used to keep them,for some reason they would never breed. The last female I had died from unknown reasons,I probably won’t get any more after that,I never had much luck keeping these for long.

[@shanadilldine9628]

This is the clearest reproduction video that I have seen to date granted I just started the reproduction process. I'm waiting for to gravid females to arrive thank you so much for this

[@NotACultMember]

Could you provide a link to the rest of the series? I searched for part 2 but couldn't find it.

[@cubinican1218]

LOVE and respect the way you stared this video! This is not the first time I stumble upon your channel, but this video got me to subscribe.

[@catrinalopes5723]

I love how informative you are, these little spiders are amazing

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@thetwitchywitchy]

i think it’s fascinating that each species has a different shaped “opening” which matches perfectly with the male parts of each species. it’s like a lock and key. that’s really cool!

[@shanabanana1]

I have six ball pythons, a large red tegu, cat and fish. Ive been scared of spiders for years. My daughter wants to be an entomologist so I'm facing my fears and getting a adorable jumping spider. Thank you for all your videos.

[@amyvanauken8423]

I'm about to try to breed, my 2nd generation as my 1st spood laid a sac, those with too many spiders could always see if local schools are interested. I'm a teacher and many friends have asked for a future bebe...... Thanks for the vocabulary filled video..... my kind of teacher.... 🌟

[@ashtonbrumbaugh6853]

I would like to be on the receiving end of these babies one day. I've kept spiders before, jumping spiders are new to me. I don't have an interest in breeding, just want to support and enjoy the hobby ❤ Thanks for being a reliable resource to look upon, the enthusiasm is obviously apparent and it's amazing that so many people are into keeping these little guys

[@AutoDogServices]

I just started my journey & documenting them .. I love my little spoods ! Keep up the good work bud😊

[@Reptiliatus]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@FRIENDLYFANGZ]

Long time jumping spider breeder here,.. NEVER use enclosures that open from the top edge, turn them over or you'll disturb their hammock every time which can stress them out.

[@thetwitchywitchy]

i was thinking the same thing 👍🏻

[@Rambo1996100]

Yeah I already thought of that luckily, tho I’m not sure why so many others don’t think of that. It stresses them out when you destroy there hammock

[@kyuyyaflex1377]

I got myself 2 Otiosus and 2 Bahamas Andros. They are amazing to watch and so adorable. Finally a new Phiddipus Video, thanks! Im thinking about Breeding, perfect timing. 😁

[@Reptiliatus]

So cool! Best of luck with those! Thank you! I’m so happy the video is being well received by you all! 🙏🏼🕷️

[@BonnersMonsters]

I find it so funny as the "face"markings look like they're laughing with us 😂😭

[@PegzieBean]

Thank you for making an informative video on this. It seems easy to breed but it's always the other things that people may not think about. I have been wanting to breed but I know I'm a few months from even trying. ETA: Question of the day.. Some suggestions is to research the species to ensure the care is proper & you have the knowledge to pass on to potential buyers for slings.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thanks for the kind words! I’m glad you found the video to be informative! Great response! Research is very important!

[@candacethomas9749]

I'm a western hognose breeder and have realized I never considered possible vet expenses if the babies have any kind of health issues and possible culling if they are failure to thrive. Now that I've witnessed hatchlings with health issues it's hard to see them in that state and deciding if they will have a good quality of life or not.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you for sharing! This is a really hard pill to swallow! Most of us who have been breeding animals for some time have been in this sort of situation (myself included). It’s not for everyone!

[@kismitj]

QoTD, make sure you know which species you have, and do not hybridize with other species . this is Especially important if the critters are endangered in their native habitat.

[@Reptiliatus]

100%! This is often overlooked! I think it’s is incredibly important! Well said! Thank you for watching!

[@kismitj]

@@Reptiliatus thanks for continuing to make such great content and asking questions to help us think decisions through!

[@Reptiliatus]

@@kismitj thank you! I try my best!

[@dungeonsanddinosaurs]

What enclosure do you keep them in? Are ones that open from the top ones better?

[@moderndaymedusa]

Okay, I know this is supposed to be all about the spiders. I'm so thankful you put this video up, it's very interesting and knowledgeable buuuutttt.... the baby geckos in the beginning are so cute I might cry. Seriously though, thanks for the topic of this video. Super informative.

[@Reptiliatus]

Hahaha baby cresties are VERY cute! Thank you for watching and supporting! I’m so glad you thought it was informative!

[@isaiahl1675]

I know I’m kinda late but please respond. Where do you get your enclosures for your jumping spiders?

[@JesusismySavior-d1u]

I love jumping spiders they are so adorable!

[@lucienverse]

A late one for QOTD, but I havent seen anyone say it yet. Make sure you are willing to cull the animals if they have too many defects. This is just something I know from breeding betta fish.

[@Deathbysnusnu125]

so if you breed them and they produce more than you can handle what would be wrong with letting some free? I mean if they are native in your area.

[@lindawalker8949]

I would consider the average lifespan of an animal or insect before breeding it. As a keeper of parrots. I am astounded at the prolific breeding of larger parrots. As they can outlive their keeper and require rehoming several times. Turtles are similar in this and i often wonder if the breeders/sellers pass this important information onto potential keepers.

[@Reptiliatus]

Absolutely! Thank you for sharing! A very important factor for sure!

[@whipple29wrath-inc.58]

Do the colors matter wen breeding?

[@sarahmm1767]

Is it true they only need to breed once and can continue to lay eggs the rest of her life or breeding time.

[@thunderbasilisk1352]

What an informative video. I've only got one spider and shes a Choco Golden Knee and shes been a delight to keep. Maybe its time to get some Jumper slings?

[@Reptiliatus]

Thanks so much! I’m thrilled you think so! They are lovely spiders, congrats! You wouldn’t regret that decision I don’t think!

[@melinagraves1076]

You narrating that rated r scene was so weird lmao. Watching this video cause I found an injured jumper and want to learn about them, this video was great!

[@jeanetteleroux8956]

thank you so much for this awesome video. I am a newbie jumping spider mom and want to know everthing jumpers wise. So this video had so many valid questions a person need to think of. love love love the learning.

[@plantpodpalace]

14:50 “dude, is it in yet?”

[@patricklastname5646]

You are so good at explaining everything, thanks to your experience. Thank you.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you! You are so welcome!

[@davidvento5481]

I would like to raise “Peacock Jumping Spiders.” The colors on the males are so amazingly bright & iridescent hence the name. I also love the little courtship “song & dance” they perform to woo their potential mates. I wonder if they’re available & what their needs are? I’ve never seen a video of any being kept in captivity, could their price be prohibitive? *Hmm* 🤔

[@Reptiliatus]

They are lovely little jumpers! Unfortunately they are Australian so they’d be borderline impossible to get!

[@davidvento5481]

@@Reptiliatus Here’s a short vid that showcases the “Peacock Jumping Spiders.” This dude makes science vids which are both very informative and funny as hell; kzbin.info/www/bejne/gamwkJaXnJ5spLc

[@DazlinCaslin]

I have my first adult female and am looking for a male. I've done so much research but not one person mentioned they may go at it a couple times! I'm so glad I saw this! I'm in the 95503 if you wanna breed with my girl pumpkin. She's an orange stunner and I handle my spoods ;)

[@truthseeker2000]

Awesome footage & info. I successfully bred my pair. Your girl is adorable. New Sub!

[@Reptiliatus]

Thanks for the sub! Thank you for your support!

[@ScottyHunter]

Was there ever a part 2? I couldn't find it on your channel... maybe I missed it.

[@kattarHindu305]

brother The spider found in the house that looks like a jumping spider, is it jumping?

[@ChantalsCritters]

Great video. These guys are so cute.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you!

[@PapoFades]

What type of dirt are you using and are those real plants?

[@DiamondsLilRooster]

Thank you for such a wonderfully put together, informative video with emphasis on responsible breeding. I am currently working with Canopy jumpers. How long does it generally take for the male to understand what to do? A first attempt was made, but it’s my males first time so it wasn’t successful. He tried a few times before my female opted to leave the scene 😁

[@CammyWammy0313]

Did he ever post part 2? I can’t find any other videos from this “series”

[@Pacs_Reptiles5480]

Jumping spiders are so neat😊

[@Reptiliatus]

Agreed! Thank you for watching!

[@maditaylor4473]

Do you ever wait any certain length of time after reaching maturity to attempt pairing? We have only had a couple successful pairings. We also have tried pairing smaller species such as Putnami and emerald which I’ve heard can be harder in general to pair. We had one successful pairing of emerald and one failed attempt, and multiple failed attempts of Putnami. Just wondering your thoughts on this. Like is there a ‘prime time’ in which they are ready to mate after maturing that you have experienced?

[@alexskokos3635]

What kind of lizard is that at 3:34?

[@Armenianantifury]

0:12 - 0:18

[@sheep.herder]

awesome this helped me alot! what's the most common jumping spider in the wild bro?

[@Reptiliatus]

Thanks so much! Glad it helped! Oh boy! Hard to say! Depends on a lot of factors such as where you are from, etc :).

[@sheep.herder]

@@Reptiliatus researching viability of mass breeding them for IPM or Intergrated Pest Management for greenhouse production 😉

[@romsnsama23]

Idk why and how your jumping spiders keep sitting so calm after opening the enclosure but mine keep jumping and running as soon as i open them what should i do to make them like yours?

[@eos0122]

She looked at you like The fucc he doin😂

[@jonhowland4985]

So what’s the gestation on a jumping spider? Still Waiting for part 2

[@kaynahardman9037]

important question. if my male jumper gets bit by my female but i get him away will he die from the venom/paralitic?

[@pokeeman399]

My male did his job and now she's a momma sitting on her filled egg sack patiently waiting for her babies to grow and develop

[@Reptiliatus]

Wonderful!

[@mariaalejandravargas8755]

Hi! Dos you record part 2?

[@vincewentworth3074]

We are 15 months out, is there a part two yet? The first part seems easy, its the caring for the slings that I need help with.

[@baileythomas1784]

Hello But I think you would really like a ball python or trying to make a bio active enclosure for one

[@Reptiliatus]

Respectfully, I don’t currently have much interest in keeping ball pythons tbh.

[@baileythomas1784]

That is very reasonable as I do know that you need a bit of time and have a tough diat but thanks for responding un like many other KZbinrs but if you do Evar get please name it the danger noodle

[@frickinBATz]

I know you’ll probably mention this in the up coming videos but how long does it take for the spiderlings to leave the nest from the time they’re laid?

[@Wildcat356]

About 6 weeks depending on the weather and how warm it is. This is just my experience.

[@natashapretoruis]

Hi this might sound stupid but what is substrait?and where do you get it? Im from south africa .i had such a fear of spiders i kind of still do with big ones but i can now whatch videos as before i could not even look at a picture withhout freaking out. But i love these jumping spiders and i have plenty running around in my yard .my town get very warm.please reply

[@cjsanders111]

Substrate is the dirt or whatever you put on the bottom of the container for your pet to live in. Usually topsoil or coco coir, that is a coconut based substrate.

[@PBK.london]

There are no stupid questions if you learn something from them

[@kaylakaeser4337]

Just finding this as I’d be curious to possibly breed jumpers. Is there going to be an update for a part 2? I don’t see it if there is one!

[@liquidwiberg]

How can you tell when the female is mature? I have a mature male and a smaller female but not sure if she's ready

[@kalnedlewil2897]

14:10 that look at u was cute

[@jaimechapa5384]

What are the differences between p regius male and p audax male??

[@tonishumaker7539]

I have a black jumper with the white markings but it also has the "eyelashes" are all of the black ones with white markings males? Or could it be a girl?

[@Offshore912]

Do you ever turn on the loose in the wild?

[@mrzmorphine]

LOVE ur vids....i want ur shirt tho!😂 ive always loved jumping spiders and now about to embark on the great arachnid parent responsibility and get a few...one for me and one for my son to start his love of jumping spiders too🥰...thx for the great info in ur videos 💯👍🏻

[@taylordemers7949]

I'm finally at a time I can do this. And ide say it's to the tee that you've described so. Wish me luck!

[@Reptiliatus]

Best of luck!

[@doriensienaert7341]

Was there a part 2? Can't find it :(

[@DraconisMarchVII]

Where is part 2?

[@Happywelshchick7]

I want to learn about looking after one first. I need to get over my fear of other species, too.

[@ugl1w0rds]

I live on farm windows open almost yr round not every yr but many I have Jumping spiders will come in and will hang out with me I never run them off only one time did I see babies. Sounds silly but I acknowledge them when I go to sink. What I’d like to do is make their stay pleasant and provide an area that fills their needs well maybe more for me to interact with them. Any suggestion I don’t want to trap them just some space to hang out in.

[@stancexpunks]

When are parts 2+ coming out…?

[@CactusRosa]

Lol Loved the intro!

[@Reptiliatus]

Haha thank you! Happy you liked it!

[@moniquebaby36]

Hi ,where is part 2? I can't find it

[@RickysFarmAndHatchery]

I'm just interested what's the difference between being scared of spiders and arachnophobia? How do you get over both and not 1?

[@magicmikeinc]

Does he ever touch her spinneret gland?

[@aandjdusik]

One breeding session can result in the mom having fertile egg sacs for the rest of her life. They hold onto sperms for up to a year so I wouldn't think multiple breeding sessions would be necessary. Am I wrong?

[@karensookee6140]

They are so adorable ❤️ and for the orange 🍊 looking one , awww so cute 🥰 mandarina.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you! Oooo that would have been a lovely name option!

[@robertcarter6887]

Great photography, much appreciated.

[@Reptiliatus]

Many thanks!

[@OneLove92626]

What should I do if I don’t want the eggs.

[@scorpio2115]

Is there a part 2?

[@loriw2661]

How long do they live?

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

Typically about a year,they mature around 8 months and live for a few months after that. Some of them live up to 18 months.

[@Reptiliatus]

Thanks for sharing. In my experience this is about the average case 👍🏼!

[@anto4262]

Are all jumping spiders like different breeds i guess you can say good to keep as pets like?

[@33shorts-nl8pv]

Love this so much

[@Reptiliatus]

Thank you for watching!

[@33shorts-nl8pv]

@@Reptiliatus welcome

[@uniquemystique8566]

If they’re native to my area would it be wrong to let some free into the wild?

[@acgraphics1139]

There is different species of jumping spiders do not release into wild ever !!!

[@uniquemystique8566]

@@acgraphics1139 did you not see the “native to my area” comment?

[@acgraphics1139]

@@uniquemystique8566 there probably not and why release captive bred bad idea for disease ect

[@uniquemystique8566]

@@acgraphics1139 the audax and regal are native to my area.. and I’m talking about egg sacs someone can’t take care of if they accidentally get a gravid female

[@B0sTonCeltics20534]

How is this one this massive what on earth did you put inside those crickets?

[@Reptiliatus]

She eats well haha

[@FBAMaroon]

New to channel I love jumping spiders

[@Reptiliatus]

Welcome! Thank you, me too!

[@Courtneyeverage]

Question, will a male Jumping Spider Stop eating if he’s close to a female? I’m not sure if he’s mature an if he’s not he’s only got like 2 molts away from becoming mature

[@RingRing-b6o]

Do they bite

[@famouskate9071]

Your lovely green lizard in the background would like to come out. I'd like to hold him/her! Do you? Is he/she tame? A jumping spider will be my next pet, thank you so much for your video, it was excellent and very informative and your spiders are beautiful! May I ask where you got them?

[@Reptiliatus]

Haha, Basil comes out all the time! Search "Reptiliatus green tree monitor lizard" to see some of the content surrounding my two :). You are welcome! I'm sure you'll love the jumper! I produced my males from two generations of breeding and got the female from Mini Beasts Canada :).