Phiddipus Regius "Bahamas" - Jumping Spider

Bahamas Locale: Regal Jumping Spider (Phidippus regius)

Stage: i4 (4th Instar) | Origin: Captive Bred

The Bahamas Advantage

High-Contrast "White Phase": While not guaranteed, the Bahamas locale is famous for producing a high percentage of "White Phase" females—stunning spiders with snowy-white or silver coats contrasted against deep black markings.

Sleek & Athletic: Unlike the heavy-set "bulldog" build of the Florida locales, Bahamas spiders tend to be more slender and long-legged, giving them a very elegant, agile appearance in their enclosure.

Striking Iridescence: The males of this locale are particularly sharp, often displaying brilliant teal or emerald-green chelicerae that pop against their crisp black-and-white tuxedo markings.

Inquisitive Nature: These island jumpers are known for being exceptionally curious and "flighty" in a playful way, often spending hours exploring the highest points of their habitat.

Specifics for i4 Slings

Size: Currently approx. 5–7mm.

Current Diet: Hunting Drosophila hydei (Large Fruit Flies) reliably.

Appearance: At the i4 stage, they are in their juvenile "tuxedo" phase. Their potential for high-silver or white colouration will begin to reveal itself over the next 3 to 4 molts.

Sexing: Sold as unsexed.

UK Care Requirements

Humidity: 70% – 80%. To mimic the humid Caribbean air, provide a fine misting every 1–2 days. Good ventilation is essential to prevent the air from becoming stagnant.

Temperature: Prefers 24°C – 28°C. A thermostat-controlled heat mat is highly recommended for UK keepers to ensure they remain active and maintain a healthy growth rate. Read our Blog post here

Lighting: As active island dwellers, they require bright, indirect light to navigate and hunt effectively. A dedicated LED lamp is ideal for 12 hours a day.

The Growth Journey: Transitioning Feeders

Our i4 Bahamas slings are currently established on fruit flies. To help them reach their full athletic potential, they should be transitioned to larger prey as they grow.

Future Diet: We recommend moving to Green Bottle flies at the i6 or i7 stage. Their erratic flight patterns provide excellent mental and physical enrichment for this active locale.

Expert Guide: For more details on the transition from fruit flies to larger feeders, read our feeding blog post here.

Important Shipping Update

​We have made the decision to dispatch all live spiders exclusively via Royal Mail Special Delivery (Guaranteed by 1pm).

​The welfare of our spiders is our absolute priority, and we have implemented this policy for the following reasons:

• ​Reliability: Unfortunately, services such as Tracked 24 have recently seen an increase in delayed or lost parcels. When it comes to a living creature, we simply cannot take that risk.
• ​Priority Handling: Special Delivery is a premium service that bypasses the standard post. This means your spider spends as little time as possible in the mail system and isn't left sitting in a delivery office during a backlog.
• ​Reduced Stress: A faster journey means less stress for the spider, ensuring they arrive healthy, hydrated, and ready for their new home.

​Please Note: To avoid any risk of your spider being held in a sorting office over the weekend, we only post orders from Monday to Thursday.

📷 About Our Photos: Variation & Potential

Please Note: The images provided include photos of our actual i4 spiderlings currently in stock.

However, because these are unsexed juveniles, they have not yet developed their adult colours. Like all Phidippus regius, they undergo a spectacular transformation as they grow. While the Bahamas lineage is famous for its high-contrast silver and white potential, every spider is a unique individual. The final adult colouration is a result of genetic diversity, making the journey of watching your sling grow an exciting "unboxing" of its true traits!

Note on Sexing:

This spider is sold as unsexed. If you have a preference for a male or female, please message us! We can’t guarantee it, but we’ll always do our best to find your perfect match.