Dream / Bumblebee Jumping Spider

Phidippus morpheus

Also known asjumpingspidermorpheusdreamphidippusbumblebee

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ENVIRONMENT

Core care conditions

Temperature20–-26°C (68–-15°F)Recommended range

Humidity75–80%Recommended range

Use these ranges as a starting point and adjust for life stage, enclosure ventilation and observed behaviour.

HUSBANDRY OVERVIEW

At a glance

Taxonomic group: Arachnida
Origin: Arizona/New Mexico/Texas
Lifestyle: Arboreal
Adult size (body / total length): 7 to 12 mm
Temperament: Jumpy
Experience level: Beginner+
Visibility: Always
Growth rate: Quick

CARE NOTES

Keeping considerations

Environment: Native to dry, arid zones; they prefer lower humidity compared to tropical jumping spiders. Over-misting can harm them. Behavior: Highly curious, interactive, and relatively laid-back, making them popular with invertebrate keepers. Diet: Consists of small live insects appropriate for their miniature size

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