Genifer the smart Jumping Spider Catches a Snack

Genifer here as a beautifully colored sub-adult Phidippus Regius or Regal Jumping Spider. She is domestically bred and receives almost daily attention. She is also the smartest I've encountered in many generations. We're still getting comfortable with each other here. The most important thing is to always make her feel safe. She has about two more molts before becoming a full adult, and they are vibrant at this stage. Genifer the Spider is the inspiration for the Phidippus Project. The Project educates others about spider intelligence online and in person at exhibits, festivals, and other events. The purpose is to encourage interaction and to help people overcome unfounded phobias. All original content copyright: Kyle Burdash aka Bug Attraction The Phidippus Project