Phidippus audax CB Spiderling

Description

The bold jumping spider Phidippus audax is classic species and probably the most commonly noticed large jumping spider in the US.

Available as 3rd instar spiderlings. They are now stable on D. melanogaster fruit flies as feeders.

No tarantula can compare with the antics of a jumping spider in terms of entertainment. Studies have been done documenting the “intelligence” of these spiders as they strategize their attacks on prey. You can almost see them thinking as they direct their large eyes back and forth planning their next leap, even their next series of leaps to their destination!

Coloration and sexes are not guaranteed. Note: photo is of an adult specimen.

Photos of this species can be found on Bugguide, here. Specimens are usually black and white, but not always. Requests for orange ones are honored only if orange specimens are available (uncommonly).

You can see video of this species at the 32:30 mark of the following video from my YouTube Channel.