In today’s blog post, I’m going to tell you everything you need to know about Bold Jumping Spider (Phidippus audax) husbandry. If you like jumpers in general, you’ve probably already heard of this one. I say this because at up to 15mm in length, the Bold Jumper is one of the largest species in North …
As an arachnid enthusiast, I often surprise people when I mention my fascination with the notorious Black Widow spiders. Yes, they’re infamous for their venomous bite, but there’s so much more to these fascinating creatures than meets the eye. In this blog post, I’ll share insights from my own experiences, debunk some misconceptions, and give …
Coming from a background of avid arachnology, I have often been intrigued by the diversity and distribution of these fascinating creatures. Today, we’re setting our gaze on the Land Down Under – Australia, and exploring where its scorpions call home. One thing you might have noticed about scorpions is that they do exceptionally well in …
As someone who has been engrossed in studying arachnids for most of my life, I have unearthed fascinating insights about these intriguing creatures. Today, I would like to shed some light on a peculiar yet important topic: the relation between certain scorpions and pancreatitis. Brace yourselves as we delve into the world of these tiny …
Have you found a weird little creature that looks like a scorpion with no tail? Then it’s probably a pseudoscorpion – one of Michigan’s tiniest and most misunderstood arachnids. As an avid follower and observer of the tiny yet magnificent world of arachnids, I’m excited to share some insights into one of my greatest passions: …
As a self-proclaimed aficionado of arachnids, the realm of eight-legged creatures has always enthralled me. Uncovering the intricacies and nuances of these captivating critters is not only a passionate hobby but also a journey that leads me to some seriously obscure species. A question that surfaces regularly, especially in the context of the very obscure …
As an avid spider enthusiast and researcher, my fascination with these eight-legged creatures is endless. The spider world is filled with a vast array of species, each with unique behaviors, appearances, and survival strategies. Two such groups that often pique people’s curiosity are the Spitting Spiders (Scytodidae) and the Jumping Spiders (Salticidae). Today, I will …
Spitting Spiders vs. Jumping Spiders: 8 Differences Read More »
Hello there, fellow arachnid enthusiasts! I’m here to unravel the often-debated question: “How often should I feed my jumping spider?” As a seasoned jumping spider keeper, I have had the privilege of housing several species of these tiny, yet captivating creatures, each with their unique feeding habits. Deciphering the feeding patterns of jumping spiders can …
As an avid jumping spider enthusiast, my life is often filled with the exciting antics of these tiny critters. I’ve kept several species of jumping spiders, from the zebra-striped Salticus scenicus to the bold Phidippus audax, and I’ve learned that feeding these fascinating creatures is more than just throwing in a fly now and then. …
If you’ve been to this blog a few times, you’ll have noticed that I’m quite obviously obsessed with spiders. That said, not all spiders are created equal! Of all the spider species I’ve encountered, jumping spiders, or those belonging to the family Salticidae, have consistently intrigued me with their extraordinary hunting strategies. Today, I’m thrilled …
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