Help & Education

Frequently asked questions.

Honest answers about jumping spiders, our enclosures, and what to expect from your order.

About Jumping Spiders

Are jumping spiders dangerous?+

No. Bold jumpers are gentle and curious. Their venom is for prey only and is medically insignificant to humans.

How long do they live?+

Females typically live around 1.5–2 years. Males live closer to 1 year.

How big do they get?+

Adult Bold jumpers reach about 1.5 cm (0.5 inch) body length — palm-of-your-hand sized.

Are they good for kids?+

Yes, with adult supervision. They are gentle but small and fragile — careful handling matters.

Care & Feeding

What do they eat?+

Juveniles eat small flies (Drosophila). Adults eat small crickets, mealworms, and the occasional waxworm.

How often do they need care?+

A light mist and food check 1–2 times per week is plenty. They thrive on quiet routine.

Do they need heat or lighting?+

Room temperature is fine (68–80°F). Indirect natural light during the day is plenty — no special lamps required.

Do they need a big enclosure?+

No. Vertical space matters more than floor space. Our Signature enclosure is sized perfectly for an adult Bold jumper.

Pickup

Do you ship spiders?+

Not at this time. Because Arizona summer temperatures make shipping unsafe for our spiders, we've temporarily paused shipping and are offering local pickup only until cooler weather returns.

Where do I pick up my spider?+

Pickup is at our Phoenix studio: The Nude Spood · 1344 W McKinley St, Suite 102, Phoenix, AZ.

When will my spider be ready?+

Your spider will be prepared and ready for pickup within 48 hours of a confirmed order.

How long do I have to pick up my spider?+

Please plan to pick up your spider within 48–72 hours after receiving your confirmation. If you need additional time, just reply to your confirmation email and we'll happily work with you.

Orders & Payments

How do I pay?+

Secure checkout via credit card, Apple Pay, and Google Pay (Stripe-powered).

Can I return an enclosure?+

Yes — unused enclosures can be returned within 14 days. See our policies page.

Do you sell wholesale?+

Reach out via the contact form for collaborations or wholesale enclosure orders.