Question 1

Can I adopt this spider now?

Accepted Answer

If you see the spider listed, it's ready for adoption!

Question 2

Are your spiders wild caught?

Accepted Answer

No. All of our spiders are selectively captive bred and raised in our home. We do not sell wild-caught spiders. Our goal is to support ethical breeding and healthy, established animals.

Question 3

Will my female be fertile?

Accepted Answer

No. All spiders are unpaired unless clearly stated otherwise in the listing. We do not sell unplanned fertile females.
You will never receive surprise egg sacs from us.

Question 4

How old will my spider be?

Accepted Answer

We list approximate instar or maturity stage in each listing, but we always note whether they are slings, juveniles, sub-adults, or adults.

Question 5

What if my spider is in molt?

Accepted Answer

Molting is part of growth. If your spider molts before shipping, we may delay shipment for safety. There are no refunds or exchanges due to molts or weather holds. We always prioritize the spider’s wellbeing over speed.

Question 6

Are your jumping spiders captive bred?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All jumping spiders sold by Weird is Beautiful are selectively captive bred and raised in our home. We do not sell wild caught spiders.
Captive breeding supports ethical practices, predictable temperaments, and healthier long-term outcomes for keepers.

Question 7

When do you ship live jumping spiders?

Accepted Answer

We ship FedEx Overnight Monday through Wednesday only.
This prevents spiders from being delayed over weekends and reduces transit stress.
Shipping depends on safe temperatures in both our location and yours.

Question 8

How does shipping work for live animals?

Accepted Answer

Once you place your order, we'll email you a form to choose your preferred shipping date for live animals. Be sure to check our shipping guide for all the details!

Question 9

What temperatures are safe for shipping jumping spiders?

Accepted Answer

Below 35°F overnight: We do not ship
35–65°F overnight: FedEx hub pickup required
85°F and above: Hub pickup required
Over 95°F: We do not ship
We may recommend heat packs or cryopacks depending on weather conditions.
Spider safety always comes before speed.

Question 10

Do you offer refunds on live animals?

Accepted Answer

Due to the nature of live animals, we do not offer refunds or exchanges due to:
Molts
Weather delays
Shipping timing conflicts
Please review our full shipping and live arrival policy for details.

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