Hasarius adansoni

The greenhouse jumping spider: Curious Hasarius adansoni

The Hasarius adansoni, also known as the greenhouse jumping spider, not only fascinates with its agility and adaptability, but also with the striking appearance of the female and male. Both sexes present a striking splash of color around the eye area, which not only makes them unmistakable, but also enhances their visual impact in the terrarium.

The females of this species reach a body length of around 10 mm and are therefore slightly larger than the males, which are 8 mm in size. These size differences are typical of many jumping spider species and contribute to their interesting social behavior.

A terrarium for the Hasarius adansoni should ideally measure 20x20x20 cm and be equipped with structures such as branches and leaves that offer numerous climbing and hiding places. This setup not only supports their natural behaviors such as climbing and hunting vertically, but also creates an appealing visual environment that emphasizes the unique characteristics of these animals.

The Hasarius adansoni feeds mainly on small insects. Their ability to jump and hunt quickly makes feeding an exciting sight and at the same time encourages their natural instincts.

This jumping spider offers an excellent opportunity to observe fascinating behavior in a compact format. Its agility, coupled with the colorful markings around the eyes, makes it an attractive and invigorating addition to any terrarium.

Get the Hasarius adansoni and see how this vibrant and colorful jumping spider fills your terrarium with life and color. Its dynamic nature and eye-catching appearance will certainly enrich any collection.