{"product_id":"phiddipus-regius-everglades-jumping-spider","title":"Phiddipus Regius \"Everglades\" - Jumping Spider","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eEverglades Locale: Regal Jumping Spider (\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"41\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eStage:\u003c\/b\u003e i4 (4th Instar) | \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"25\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Captive Bred (Everglades, Florida Bloodline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Everglades Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003eVibrant Genetics:\u003c\/b\u003e The Everglades locale is the \"gold standard\" for colour. While males remain a classic high-contrast black and white, the females from this line have a very high probability of molting into brilliant oranges, deep peaches, and warm corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003eFlorida Giants:\u003c\/b\u003e Hailing from the southern tip of the Florida peninsula, these spiders carry the \"giant\" genetics, with adult females consistently reaching the top end of the species' size range (20mm+).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003eConfident Hunters:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to their lineage in the competitive ecosystem of the Florida wetlands, Everglades spiders are notoriously bold, active hunters from a very young age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eSpecifics for i4 Slings \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Currently approx. 5–7mm (comparable to a large garden pea).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eCurrent Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully established on \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"35\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/b\u003e (Large Fruit Flies).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e At the i4 stage, they are sleek black with white markings. Their spectacular \"Everglades colours\" will begin to emerge in the coming months (usually around i6\/i7).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eSexing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as unsexed. True to the Florida forms, you may begin to see the iridescent chelicerae (emerald for males, pink\/gold for females) in the next two moults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eUK Care Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"10\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e75% – 85%\u003c\/b\u003e. As a wetland locale, the Everglades form appreciates a slightly higher humidity than the standard \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"119\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eP. regius\u003c\/i\u003e. A light daily misting is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives at \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"24\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e24°C – 29°C\u003c\/b\u003e. To ensure they remain active and healthy in the UK climate, we recommend using a small heat mat with a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"140\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003ethermostat\u003c\/b\u003e set to 26°C. Read our \u003ca title=\"the solar powered pet a guide to jumping spider heating\" href=\"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/the-solar-powered-pet-a-guide-to-jumping-spider-heating\"\u003eblog post here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e Strong, bright, indirect light is essential for their visual hunting style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThe Growth Journey: Transitioning Feeders\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eOur i4 Everglades slings are currently hunting fruit flies with ease. As they grow into the \"giant\" size this locale is known for, you will need to upgrade their diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003eFuture Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e We recommend transitioning to \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"43\" data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003eGreen Bottle flies\u003c\/b\u003e once they reach the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"82\" data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003ei6 or i7 stage\u003c\/b\u003e. Green Bottles provide the perfect level of enrichment and nutrition for these larger juveniles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003eExpert Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e For a full breakdown on how to move your spider from fruit flies to larger prey, \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"95\" data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003eread our feeding and transition \u003ca title=\"a guide to feeding your growing regal jumping spider\" href=\"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/from-fruit-flies-to-green-bottles-a-guide-to-feeding-your-growing-regal-jumping-spider\"\u003eblog post here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca title=\"a guide to feeding your growing regal jumping spider\" href=\"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/from-fruit-flies-to-green-bottles-a-guide-to-feeding-your-growing-regal-jumping-spider\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Shipping Update\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​We have made the decision to dispatch all live spiders exclusively via \u003cb\u003eRoyal Mail Special Delivery (Guaranteed by 1pm)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​The welfare of our spiders is our absolute priority, and we have implemented this policy for the following reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eReliability:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003ePriority Handling:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eReduced Stress:\u003c\/b\u003e A faster journey means less stress for the spider, ensuring they arrive healthy, hydrated, and ready for their new home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e To avoid any risk of your spider being held in a sorting office over the weekend, we only post orders from \u003cb\u003eMonday to Thursday\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e📷 About Our Photos: Variation \u0026amp; Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe images provided include photos of our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"55\" data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eactual i4 spiderlings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecurrently in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003eHowever, because these are unsexed juveniles, they have not yet developed their adult colours. Like all\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"104\" data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/i\u003e, they undergo a spectacular transformation as they grow. While the Apalachicola lineage is renowned for its \"White Phase\" potential, every spider is a unique individual. The final adult colouration—whether it be snow-white, silver, or light grey—is a result of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"382\" data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003egenetic diversity\u003c\/b\u003e, making the journey of watching your sling grow an exciting \"unboxing\" of its true traits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote on Sexing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53623917904211,"sku":"BUGS-7007-PHI","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/20251222_205100.jpg?v=1777757600","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/phiddipus-regius-everglades-jumping-spider","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}