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House jumping spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera)

House jumping spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera), typical appearance of the species

Invertebrates · Difficulty: Intermediate

Key facts and care guidance for House jumping spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera) (origin: Originally southern Europe, established in central Europe since about the 1950s; synanthropic – it lives on and in buildings (house walls, flats)). Adult size around females approx. 4–5 mm, males approx. 3–4 mm body length. Life expectancy approx. 1 year (short-lived). The values below are carefully researched guidance.

Short answers

House jumping spider: How big does the enclosure need to be?

10×10×15 cm (a very small species).

House jumping spider: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 20–24 °C (room temperature), at night 16–20 °C.

House jumping spider: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: No UVB needed; bright daytime lighting is enough.

House jumping spider: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: approx. 1 year (short-lived).

House jumping spider: Is it suitable for beginners?

Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).

Climate

Daytime temperature
20–24 °C (room temperature)
Night temperature
16–20 °C
Basking spot
—
Humidity
40–60 %
UVB
No UVB needed; bright daytime lighting is enough

Enclosure

Minimum size
10×10×15 cm (a very small species)
Substrate
Dry, e.g. coco humus and sand with bark and stone structures as hides

Feeding

Food
Fruit flies (Drosophila), springtails, very small flies
Feeding interval
adults 2–3×/week, juveniles more often

Key facts

Adult size
females approx. 4–5 mm, males approx. 3–4 mm body length
Life expectancy
approx. 1 year (short-lived)
Origin
Originally southern Europe, established in central Europe since about the 1950s; synanthropic – it lives on and in buildings (house walls, flats)
Protection status
A native species, not specially protected; no CITES listing. Taking from the wild is guided by conservation ethics – handle them gently, and no commercial breeding is established
Brumation
No deliberate winter rest is needed; in the wild it overwinters hidden on or in buildings. Kept indoors it is active all year.
Cohabitation
Keep them singly. A solitary, territorial small jumping spider – a risk of cannibalism, so no group keeping.

Notes

A tiny native "wall jumping spider", barely kept as a hobby animal – species-specific husbandry data are sparse; the figures are derived from general jumping spider care and its biology. Warmth-loving, and fond of basking on walls. Field and record data from arages.de and natur-in-nrw.de.

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What you need to start

To keep House jumping spider (Pseudeuophrys lanigera) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (10×10×15 cm (a very small species)), substrate (Dry, e.g. coco humus and sand with bark and stone structures as hides), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.

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Last updated: 30 October 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pseudeuophrys_lanigera, https://www.naturespot.org/species/pseudeuophrys-lanigera

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).