{"product_id":"cyclops-jumping-spiders-opisthoncus-sp","title":"Cyclops Jumping Spiders (Opisthoncus sp.)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCyclops Jumping Spider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOpisthoncus sp.\u003c\/em\u003e) for sale. Opisthoncus jumping spiders are leaf-dwelling jumpers found on shrubs and foliage across Australia, with large forward-facing eyes that give them their cyclops look. They are active hunters and great fun to watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from Australian breeders and shipped live every Monday and Tuesday (excluding NT and Tasmania).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCyclops Jumping Spider Care Guide for Beginners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAbout 1cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1–2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA tall, ventilated enclosure around 10 x 10 x 20cm. Jumping spiders build their silk retreat near the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e22–28°C; room temperature in most homes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLightly mist one side every 2–3 days, with plenty of ventilation. Avoid soaking the enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo UVB needed. Normal room light for a natural day\/night cycle is enough; keep out of direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate and décor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA thin layer of substrate with twigs, leaves and a small plant or moss to climb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFruit flies for spiderlings, then small crickets or flies every 2–3 days for adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCurious and often happy to walk from hand to hand. Handle low over a soft surface; they jump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicence:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo licence is needed for most invertebrates, but rules vary by state and species, so check before you buy if you are interstate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything you need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGlass Insect Enclosure w\/ Mesh Lid, Flightless Fruit Fly Culture, Terrarium Misting Bottle, Terrarium Plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to keeping? Read our free care guides or contact our team for advice before your animal arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Biota Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52817354522855,"sku":"Cyclops Jumping Spiders (Opisthoncus sp.)","price":49.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/5014\/0903\/files\/large_4.jpg?v=1792209596","url":"https:\/\/www.biotastudio.com.au\/products\/cyclops-jumping-spiders-opisthoncus-sp","provider":"Biota Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}