Canopy jumping spider (Phidippus otiosus)
Invertebrates · Difficulty: Beginner
Key facts and care guidance for Canopy jumping spider (Phidippus otiosus) (origin: The south-eastern USA). Adult size around 1–1,5 cm. Life expectancy 1–2 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Canopy jumping spider: How big does the enclosure need to be?
20×20×25 cm.
Canopy jumping spider: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 23–28 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 19–22 °C.
Canopy jumping spider: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not required.
Canopy jumping spider: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: 1–2 years.
Canopy jumping spider: Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 23–28 °C
- Night temperature
- 19–22 °C
- Basking spot
- No basking spot
- Humidity
- 60–70 %
- UVB
- Not required
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 20×20×25 cm
- Substrate
- Coco humus, pieces of bark, climbing structure
Feeding
- Food
- Flies, small house crickets
- Feeding interval
- every 2–3 days
Key facts
- Adult size
- 1–1,5 cm
- Life expectancy
- 1–2 years
- Origin
- The south-eastern USA
- Protection status
- Not listed under CITES
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- Keep singly. Jumping spiders are solitary; spiders should not be housed with other spiders, and young ones eat each other. A pair only briefly for mating: introduce the male under observation and separate again at once.
Notes
A powerfully built Phidippus with red-and-white markings that lives on tree bark. Like all jumping spiders diurnal, curious and entirely harmless – a very good way into keeping spiders.
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Related species
- Regal jumping spider (Phidippus regius) – Beginner
- Bold jumping spider (Phidippus audax) – Beginner
- Red-backed jumping spider (Phidippus johnsoni) – Beginner
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- Arched jumping spider (Evarcha arcuata) – Intermediate
- Bronze jumping spider (Hyllus semicupreus) – Beginner
- Peacock jumping spider (Saitis barbipes) – Intermediate
- Diard's jumping spider (Hyllus diardi) – Beginner
What you need to start
To keep Canopy jumping spider (Phidippus otiosus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (20×20×25 cm), substrate (Coco humus, pieces of bark, climbing structure), a heat source with a thermostat, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.
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Last updated: 7 November 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phidippus_otiosus, https://exoticssource.com/blogs/exotic-topics/otiosus-jumping-spider-phidippus-otiosus-complete-care-guide, https://sites.google.com/view/waspsnwebs/care-guides/jumping-spiders/bold-jumper, https://thetyedyediguana.com/care-sheets/jumping-spider-phidippus-sp
All values are non-binding guidance and do not replace expert advice. Research thoroughly from several sources before acquiring and keeping an animal, and observe the applicable law (species and animal protection in particular).