{"product_id":"eresus-walckenaeri-orange-ring-velvet-spider","title":"Eresus Walckenaeri \"Orange Ring\" - Velvet Spider","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrange Ring Velvet Spider (\u003ci\u003eEresus walckenaeri\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStage:\u003c\/b\u003e Spiderling (approx. 5mm) | \u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Captive Bred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Velvet Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVelvety Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e Covered in dense, microscopic hairs that give them a matte, velvet appearance — famously “softer” looking than almost any other arachnid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe “Orange Ring”:\u003c\/b\u003e As the name suggests, females of this species develop a striking, vibrant orange-to-red ring on their abdomen as adults, providing a stunning contrast against their jet-black body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eImpressive Longevity:\u003c\/b\u003e While jumping spiders are short-lived, a female \u003ci\u003eEresus\u003c\/i\u003e can live for \u003cb\u003e5 to 10 years\u003c\/b\u003e — a true long-term companion for your collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFascinating Behaviour:\u003c\/b\u003e Subterranean engineers — they build a silk-lined burrow with a “trip-wire” canopy at the entrance to catch passing prey, rather than hunting in the open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifics for Juveniles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e At this stage, they are small, stocky, and starting to develop their signature velvety texture. The “Orange Ring” becomes more pronounced as they reach sub-adult stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCurrent Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e Feeding reliably on \u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-hydei-large-fruit-flies\" title=\"d.hydei large fruit flies\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (large fruit flies). Unlike jumping spiders, they prefer ground-dwelling prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e Generally very docile and slow-moving. They do not jump — they prefer to retreat into their burrows when disturbed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSexing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as unsexed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eUK Care Requirements (Important: Arid Species)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry — no misting ever. All moisture comes from prey.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23°C – 28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo special lighting required — natural day\/night cycle is fine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVentilation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood ventilation essential — avoid stagnant air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerrestrial\/arid — floor space and burrowing depth prioritised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry moss and artificial plants for web anchor points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCurrent Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e Feeding reliably on \u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-hydei-large-fruit-flies\" title=\"d.hydei large fruit flies\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (large fruit flies).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNext Stage:\u003c\/b\u003e At around 10mm, they can transition to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/green-bottle-flies-large-tub\" title=\"green bottle flies tub\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreen Bottle flies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHunting Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Ambush predators — they wait inside their silk-lined burrow for vibrations from passing prey, then strike from the entrance. Feeding is best done by placing prey directly at the burrow entrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFeeding Frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e Every 5–7 days is sufficient. They have a slow metabolism compared to jumping spiders and do not need daily feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Shipping Update\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe dispatch all live spiders exclusively via \u003cb\u003eRoyal Mail Special Delivery (Guaranteed by 1pm)\u003c\/b\u003e. The welfare of our spiders is our absolute priority:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReliability:\u003c\/b\u003e Special Delivery bypasses the standard post, minimising time in the mail system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePriority Handling:\u003c\/b\u003e Your spider won’t be left sitting in a delivery office during a backlog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReduced Stress:\u003c\/b\u003e A faster journey means your spider arrives healthy, hydrated, and ready for their new home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e To avoid your spider being held in a sorting office over the weekend, we only post orders from \u003cb\u003eMonday to Thursday\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVelvet Spider Starter Dome Enclosure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your new velvet spider the perfect head start with our custom-designed temporary enclosures. These orb-style habitats are specifically curated to meet the needs of velvet slings, providing a secure, ventilated, and aesthetically pleasing home. \u003cstrong\u003eNote: enclosure designs vary.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBio-Inspired Decor:\u003c\/b\u003e Each enclosure features a unique mix of \u003cb\u003enatural preserved mosses\u003c\/b\u003e, providing essential texture for web-building.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVibrant Accents:\u003c\/b\u003e Decorated with high-quality \u003cb\u003eartificial plants and floral accents\u003c\/b\u003e for a pop of colour without the maintenance of live flora.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptimal Airflow:\u003c\/b\u003e Fitted with a \u003cb\u003e3D-printed ventilated lid\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure consistent air exchange while preventing escapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Clear:\u003c\/b\u003e The spherical design offers a 360° view of your velvet spider’s behaviour and growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e These are temporary habitats designed for spiderlings. As your velvet spider matures, they will eventually require a larger permanent enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e📷 Representative Image\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e The main image displays a \u003cb\u003emature adult\u003c\/b\u003e. Your juvenile will arrive as a small, velvety black spider. The iconic orange ring and impressive adult size will develop slowly over several moults. Velvet spiders are slow growers, but the wait is well worth it!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the Orange Ring Velvet Spider?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eEresus walckenaeri\u003c\/em\u003e is a European velvet spider prized for the striking orange-to-red ring that females develop on their abdomen as adults. They are members of the Eresidae family — the same family as the African velvet spider — and share the same matte, velvety appearance and long lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre Orange Ring Velvet Spiders good for beginners?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — they are docile, slow-moving, and very low maintenance. They require no misting, no special lighting, and are very forgiving of minor husbandry errors. Their calm temperament makes them an excellent first exotic spider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo they need water or misting?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — \u003cem\u003eEresus walckenaeri\u003c\/em\u003e are an arid species that get all their moisture from their prey. Never mist their enclosure. Damp conditions can be harmful to their health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen will the orange ring appear?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe orange ring develops gradually as the spider grows. It becomes more pronounced at the sub-adult stage and reaches its full vibrant colour in adult females. The wait is part of the excitement!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do they eat?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpiderlings feed on \u003cem\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/em\u003e (large fruit flies). Once they reach around 10mm, they can transition to Green Bottle flies. They are ambush predators that hunt from within their silk burrows, so place prey directly at the burrow entrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow long do they live?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFemale \u003cem\u003eEresus walckenaeri\u003c\/em\u003e can live for 5–10 years, making them one of the longest-lived exotic spiders available in the UK hobby. They are a true long-term companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it legal to keep Eresus walckenaeri in the UK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \u003cem\u003eEresus walckenaeri\u003c\/em\u003e is not a protected or restricted species under UK law. No licence is required to keep or purchase them. 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