{"product_id":"micro-mesh-fly-hatching-net","title":"Micro-Mesh Fly Hatching \u0026 Feeding Net | Jumping Spider Keeper Essential","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Compact Fly Fortress | Small-Scale Hatching \u0026amp; Feeding Nets\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStop the escape artists in their tracks. Our \u003cb\u003eSmall-Scale Micro-Mesh Fly Nets\u003c\/b\u003e are a great design for keepers of jumping spiders who need a reliable, mess-free way to manage greenbottles and bluebottles without taking up unnecessary shelf space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhether you're hatching a small batch of pupae or maintaining a steady supply of livefood for a vast collection, these nets provide the perfect balance of \u003cb\u003evisibility, airflow, and security in a space-saving design.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Our Nets Are a \"Must-Have\" for Jumpers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKeeping jumping spiders is a joy; chasing a stray bluebottle around your living room is not. We designed these nets to be \u003cb\u003eunobtrusive and efficient\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUltra-Fine Micro-Mesh:\u003c\/b\u003e Small enough to contain even the peskiest flies, but breathable enough to prevent mould and keep your feeders healthy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpace-Saving Footprint:\u003c\/b\u003e Our nets are intentionally \u003cb\u003esmall and compact\u003c\/b\u003e, making them perfect for shelving units, desks, or small hobby rooms where space is at a premium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollapsible Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Pop them up when your casters or flies arrive, and fold them completely flat when the feeding cycle is done.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEasy Access Port:\u003c\/b\u003e Large enough to get your feeding tongs or collection vials in without letting flies escape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e** FLY NET COLOUR MAY VARY **\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeep Your Feeders Fresh with Jelly Pots\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDon't let your livefood go to waste. The compact size of this net is perfectly suited for \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jelly-pot\" title=\"Jelly Pot\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ejelly pots\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Simply peel and place a jelly pot inside the net to provide your flies with a clean, mess-free source of hydration and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUsing jelly pots instead of sponges eliminates the risk of drowning and keeps the enclosure smelling fresh while ensuring your flies stay nutritious for your spiders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat flies can I use this net for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe net is designed for green bottle flies (\u003cem\u003eLucilia sericata\u003c\/em\u003e) and blue bottle flies (\u003cem\u003eCalliphora vomitoria\u003c\/em\u003e) — the two most popular feeder flies for jumping spiders. It can also be used for hatching pupae and managing other livefood cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill flies escape through the mesh?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — the ultra-fine micro-mesh is specifically sized to contain both green and blue bottle flies while still allowing excellent airflow to keep your feeders healthy and prevent mould.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow do I store it when not in use?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe net is fully collapsible and folds completely flat, making it easy to store between feeding cycles. It takes up minimal space on a shelf or in a drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use jelly pots inside the net?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the compact size is perfectly suited for our jelly pots, which provide a clean, mess-free source of hydration for your flies. This keeps them nutritious for longer and eliminates the drowning risk of wet sponges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this suitable for fruit fly cultures?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe net is primarily designed for green and blue bottle flies. For fruit fly (\u003cem\u003eDrosophila\u003c\/em\u003e) cultures, a sealed culture pot is more appropriate as the mesh may not be fine enough to contain them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the colour of the net vary?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — fly net colour may vary between orders. 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