Argiope appensa
Argiope • Araneidae
A big, boldly black-and-yellow Pacific orb-weaver that hangs head-down in the middle of its zig-zag-decorated web. Captive husbandry is limited, so this is generalized orb-weaver care: a tall, airy mesh enclosure large enough for its sizable web, twig and branch anchor points, warm sunny conditions, flying prey and crickets, and a daily light mist for ambient humidity. Non-aggressive with only mild, bee-sting-like venom. An annual, solitary species.
Temperature
72-86°F
Humidity
55-75%
Prey size: flying insects, crickets
Type
orb-weaver (web)
Adult Size
female 2-2.5 in, male ~0.75 in
Growth Rate
fast
Native Region
Pacific islands, Taiwan, Indonesia, New Guinea; Hawaii
Temperament
non-aggressive; sits head-down in web; harmless
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