Phiddipus Regius "Rastafari" - Jumping Spider

Rastafari Locale: Regal Jumping Spider: Phidippus regius

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

The Rastafari Advantage

The "Fluff" Factor: This locale is renowned for having longer, denser setae (hairs) than mainland Florida Regals. Mature females often develop incredibly thick, snowy-white pedipalps that look like tiny pom-poms.

Bold Monochrome Contrast: While they can show subtle tan or grey tones, the "Rasta" is prized for its high-contrast black and white markings, giving them a very crisp, clean look.

Active Island Spirit: Being an island species from a mountainous region, they are high-energy explorers. They are notably brave and spend a significant amount of time "glass dancing" and watching their keepers.

Vibrant Chelicerae: To set off their black-and-white coats, they often sport stunning iridescent mouthparts in shades of electric blue, deep violet, or emerald green.

Specifics for i4 Slings

Size: Currently approx. 5–7mm.

Current Diet: Hunting Drosophila hydei (Large Fruit Flies) with high energy.

Appearance: At the i4 stage, they are in their juvenile "tuxedo"—sleek black with bright white abdominal spots. Their signature "fluffy" pedipalps and distinct island markings will become more apparent with every molt.

Sexing: Sold as unsexed.

UK Care Requirements

Humidity: 70% – 80%. To mimic the misty Blue Mountains of Jamaica, provide a fine misting every 1–2 days. They love high humidity but require excellent ventilation.

Temperature: Prefers 24°C – 28°C. These are tropical islanders and require a consistent heat source. A thermostat-controlled heat mat is essential for UK keepers to keep them active and healthy. Read our blog post here

Lighting: Bright, indirect light is a must. High-quality lighting encourages their hunting instincts and allows their iridescent colours to truly shine.

The Growth Journey: Transitioning Feeders

Our i4 Rastafari slings are established on fruit flies, but they are bold hunters who will soon be ready for bigger game.

Future Diet: We recommend transitioning to Green Bottle flies at the i6 or i7 stage. The fast movement of flies provides the perfect mental stimulation for this active locale.

Expert Guide: For a full breakdown on moving your spider to larger prey, read our feeding and transition 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 Rastafari lineage is famous for its "fluffy" white pedipalps and bold contrast, every spider is a unique individual. The final adult appearance 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.