{"product_id":"phiddipus-regius-isla-juventud-jumping-spider","title":"Phiddipus Regius \"Isla Juventud\" - Jumping Spider","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIsla (Cuba) Locale: Regal Jumping Spider: \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe \"Isla\" 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\"\u003eHigh-Contrast \"Panda\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e While adult females can vary, the Isla locale is famous for producing high-contrast individuals with stark white markings against deep, jet-black bodies.\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\"\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Robust:\u003c\/b\u003e Though they are part of the \"Regal\" family, many keepers find the Isla locale to have a slightly more compact, \"stocky\" build compared to the long-legged mainland Florida spiders.\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\"\u003eBold Island Personality:\u003c\/b\u003e Hailing from the Isle of Youth, these spiders are notoriously brave. They are active explorers and tend to spend a lot of time out in the open, making them excellent \"display\" pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003eVivid Facial Masks:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature females often develop beautiful, crisp \"eyebrow\" markings and iridescent chelicerae (mouthparts) in shades of deep teal and violet.\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 (roughly the size of a small 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 Hunting \u003ca title=\"d.hydei large fruit flies\" href=\"\/products\/d-hydei-large-fruit-flies\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"22\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e(Large Fruit Flies) with extreme confidence.\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 in their classic \"juvenile tuxedo\"—sleek black with white abdominal spots. Their high-contrast Cuban patterns will begin to sharpen and reveal themselves over the next few molts.\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.\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\"\u003e70% – 80%\u003c\/b\u003e. As a tropical island locale, they thrive with higher humidity. Provide a light misting every 1–2 days.\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 Prefers \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"21\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e24°C – 28°C\u003c\/b\u003e. In the UK, a thermostat-controlled heat mat is essential to mimic the warm Cuban climate and keep their metabolism high. 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 Bright, indirect light is vital. These are visual hunters who love to bask in the brightest spots of their enclosure.\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 Isla slings are currently established on fruit flies, but they are ambitious hunters.\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 \u003ca title=\"green bottle flies tub\" href=\"\/products\/green-bottle-flies-large-tub\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"43\" data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003eGreen Bottle flies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"69\" data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003ei6 or i7 stage\u003c\/b\u003e. Their active hunting style makes them fantastic to watch when they track down flying prey.\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 To learn more about moving your spider to larger prey, \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"69\" data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003eread our feeding and transition \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/from-fruit-flies-to-green-bottles-a-guide-to-feeding-your-growing-regal-jumping-spider\" title=\"a guide to feeding your growing regal jumping spider\"\u003eblog post here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\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 The images provided include photos of our \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"55\" data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eactual adult\u003c\/b\u003e.\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 \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"104\" data-math=\"Phidippus\\ regius\" class=\"math-inline\"\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, they undergo a spectacular transformation as they grow. While the Isla lineage is known for its high-contrast and monochrome potential, every spider is a unique individual. The final adult colouration is a result of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"339\" 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":53623943922003,"sku":"BUGS-3952-PHI","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/1777329623228_4.png?v=1777757646","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/phiddipus-regius-isla-juventud-jumping-spider","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}