Disappearing jumper and possible eggs??

[justdreamaria]

Hello,

My wild-caught Habronattus jumper disappeared for a few days; I thought she managed to find a way out of the enclosure. This morning, my boyfriend found her roaming around the enclosure. This afternoon, completely gone again.

We found three “clumps” of coconut fiber substrate while poking around. It looks like there may possibly be eggs attached, but I’m not sure. They look like little opaque spheres. We moved them into a tupperware to be safe, and then she magically appeared out of one of them. Are these spiders known to burrow for any reason?

 

[Nicole C G]

Hello,

My wild-caught Habronattus jumper disappeared for a few days; I thought she managed to find a way out of the enclosure. This morning, my boyfriend found her roaming around the enclosure. This afternoon, completely gone again.

We found three “clumps” of coconut fiber substrate while poking around. It looks like there may possibly be eggs attached, but I’m not sure. They look like little opaque spheres. We moved them into a tupperware to be safe, and then she magically appeared out of one of them. Are these spiders known to burrow for any reason?

Many ground dwelling jumpers (including Habronattus) can make nests that look like clumps of dirt/burrows. It’s likely there are nests in them.

Naphrys pulex burrow/clump nest:

Also, “little opaque spheres” sounds like Jumping spider eggs.

 

[The Snark]

Why do you want the animal to put on appearances? Essentially, shows for your entertainment.

 

[CRX]

He found her in the enclosure, but neglected to seal the lid again and allowed her to escape again? Sorry if im misunderstanding something, but I would be fking fuming mad. It sounds like your bf isnt very smart... could he have brain problems? Thats like letting open the door to a bird cage, wtf bruh?