{"product_id":"ocala-locale-regal-jumping-spider-phidippus-regius","title":"Phidippus regius “Ocala” Jumping Spider | i5\/i6","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOcala Locale: Regal Jumping Spider (\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eStage:\u003c\/b\u003e i5 \/ i6 (5th\/6th Instar) | \u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Captive Bred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e£35.00\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eThe Ocala Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eThe \"Sunrise \u0026amp; Peach\" Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e Famous for producing females across a soft, warm spectrum—ranging from delicate peach and coral to rich honey-tan and warm apricot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eMainland Class Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Significantly larger and chunkier than Caribbean island locales (like Bahamas or Isla). Ocala delivers a broad, stocky, and visually impressive display spider without feeling oversized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eShimmering Chelicerae:\u003c\/b\u003e Their warm pastel coats are beautifully set off by metallic, iridescent mouthparts that flash shades of deep magenta, violet, and shimmering teal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eCurious \u0026amp; Outgoing:\u003c\/b\u003e Known for their calm, steady confidence. They love perching high in their enclosures to keep an eye on their surroundings and observe their keepers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eSpecifics for i5\/i6 Juveniles\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Currently approx.\u003cstrong\u003e 7 - 12mm\u003c\/strong\u003e (established, sturdy juveniles well past the delicate early sling stage).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eCurrent Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e Hunting \u003cb\u003eGreen Bottle Flies\u003c\/b\u003e with complete confidence and predatory precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e At i5\/i6, these juveniles are stepping out of their basic \"juvenile tuxedo.\" You will begin to see early hints of their adult traits—female abdominal patterns start shifting toward peach\/tan, and metallic chelicerae shimmers become visible under bright light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardier and more resilient than early instars, making them an ideal choice for both new and experienced keepers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eSexing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as unsexed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eUK Care Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e65% – 75%\u003c\/b\u003e. Provide a light misting on one side of the enclosure every 1–2 days to ensure proper hydration and smooth molts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers \u003cb\u003e24°C – 28°C\u003c\/b\u003e. In the UK, a thermostat-controlled heat mat mounted to the side or back of the setup is essential to keep their metabolism active.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e Bright, indirect light is crucial. Plenty of light simulates the Florida sun, encouraging active hunting and basking behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​Our i5\/i6 Ocala juveniles are established and active hunters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eCurrent Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e Currently hunting \u003cb\u003eGreen Bottle flies\u003c\/b\u003e. Watching them stalk, track, and pounce on flying prey provides fantastic physical and mental enrichment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eFuture Feeder Upsize:\u003c\/b\u003e As your spider matures into a sub-adult at the \u003cb\u003ei8 stage\u003c\/b\u003e, we recommend upsizing from Green Bottles to \u003cb\u003eBluebottle flies\u003c\/b\u003e to provide the increased nutrition and prey size required for their final molts into full mainland adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eExpert Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e For a full breakdown on managing feeder transitions,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242401644883,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_17984957-f20f-41cf-b250-8038e90f7955.jpg?v=1791371045","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/ocala-locale-regal-jumping-spider-phidippus-regius","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}