Eresus ruficapillus (Italian Velvet Spider)

Eresus ruficapillus (Italian Velvet Spider)

One of the most adorable spiders in existence, this Italian species stays small, reaching only about 1.5 to 2 inches at full leg span, with females maintaining a solid black appearance. Males stay smaller but turn brightly colored at maturity. Grab this true spider for sale if you want an easy care, dry-loving species with real personality.

Why do hobbyists keep Eresus ruficapillus?

• Stunning Coloration: Females hold a solid black appearance, while smaller males develop bright coloration once they mature.
• Great Display Species: Builds visible silk webs where it waits for prey, engaging to watch at feeding time.

How should Eresus ruficapillus be kept?

• Adult Size: Reaches about 1.5 to 2 inches at full leg span, a true dwarf among true spiders.
• Enclosure: Choose an enclosure at least twice the leg span in width, depth, and height, with a hide included for security.
• Temperature: Keep between 65 to 75 degrees F.
• Humidity: This species needs to be kept dry. It gets its moisture from feeding rather than misting or a water dish.
• Water: No water dish needed, this species should not be given water directly.
• Diet: Crushed crickets placed directly in the web, or flies, offered about once a week.
• Temperament: Calm and web bound, generally prefers to stay in its web rather than wander.

Are there any additional notes or considerations?

• Keep It Dry: Overwatering can actually harm this species, dry conditions are essential to its long term health.
• Captive Bred: Captive bred and healthy, ready to settle into a new home.