junping spider light requirements

goaethic

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would it be recommended to have a daylight for jumping spiders if you can't give them ample access to windows?
 

Backcountry critters

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Absolutely, a bright led light would be really nice as jumping spiders are sight hunters and like bright daylight for 12-14 hrs a day
 

CRX

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Jumpers require UV light to thrive. A regular bright light would work fine probably, but they really thrive from sunlight even if its through a window.
 

regalpaws

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Speaking of LED/UV lights, can anyone recommend a good light on a budget? lol I'd like to get something that is battery powered; I dont have many outlets and everything runs off of extension cords and power strips lol, I'd rather not blow my house up. :rofl:
 

Nicole C G

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Jumpers require UV light to thrive. A regular bright light would work fine probably, but they really thrive from sunlight even if its through a window.
Where is the evidence of this? I’ve heard many people say this, and I would really like to know where this is coming from. If I should use a UV lamp or not
 

CRX

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Where is the evidence of this? I’ve heard many people say this, and I would really like to know where this is coming from. If I should use a UV lamp or not
Honestly, I don't have a direct source immediately. Thats just what I've always been told and believed.
 
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