Adults should be fed a cricket or other large insect or two every three days. They can live in a clear plastic container with a small hole in the middle of the lid. In captivity, babies will eat pinhead crickets and fruit flies, as long as they can't fly. Baby Southern Black Widow Spiders mature very quickly. At maturity, Black Widows will measure one to two inches in length.
Females live up to three years, while males are lucky to see their first birthday.
The Southern Black Widow Spider is most commonly found in parts of the Central East Coast and Southeastern United States. Southern Black Widows have also been spotted in the West Indies. Average The Southern Black Widow Spider should be treated with care because of their powerful venom. Most adults who are not allergic to the venom will usually only experience discomfort, but for small children and those with allergies, the venom can be very toxic. They are not recommended for first time owners and should only be kept by responsible and experienced owners.