Jumping spiders are the largest family of spiders and are found in almost every habitat except polar areas. They don’t spin webs to catch their next meal and instead—you guessed it — jump on their prey. There are over 6,000 types of jumping spiders, so you’re sure to come across the eight-legged creature one day. Here’s what you need to know.
Since there are over 6,000 species of jumping spiders, it’s safe to say that they don’t all eat the same things. Most eat plant matter or nectar, but some will eat even bigger insects like small frogs and lizards.
Jumping spiders are commonly mistaken for black widow spiders because of their compact black bodies. They have short legs and tend to look a little fuzzy, ranging in color from black or brown to pale white. They usually have contrasting colors on their abdomen that are red, blue, yellow, or green.
You can find jumping spiders all over the world, except in polar areas like Antarctica. Most are found in tropical forests, temperate forests, grasslands, scrublands, and sometimes deserts.
Jumping spiders can bite humans, but it is uncommon. They only bite when they sense danger. A bite from a jumping spider feels similar to a bee’s sting, but their venom is not harmful enough to injure a person. They do, however, bite their prey.
Jumping spiders can jump up to 6.3 inches, stalking their prey before jumping to attack.
If you see a jumping spider inside your home, catch it and release it outside or vacuum it up. You could also set out sticky spider traps, or remove them naturally by using a spray of vinegar and peppermint oil around cracks and crevices.
If your jumping spider infestation continues, call Arrow Exterminators for a professional pest control plan.
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