{"product_id":"phidippus-otiosus-jumping-spider","title":"Phidippus Otiosus - Jumping Spider","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eCanopy Jumping Spider (\u003ci\u003ePhidippus otiosus\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStage:\u003c\/b\u003e i4 (4th Instar) | \u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Captive Bred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Otiosus Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe “Eyebrow” Spider:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eP. otiosus\u003c\/i\u003e is famous for developing prominent tufts of hair (setae) over its eyes as it matures, giving it a charming, expressive “grumpy” look that is utterly unique in the hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike the oranges of \u003ci\u003eP. regius\u003c\/i\u003e, adult \u003ci\u003eotiosus\u003c\/i\u003e often display a sophisticated palette of soft greys, lavenders, and muted greens, accented by high-contrast white abdominal spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArboreal Specialists:\u003c\/b\u003e Masters of the canopy, they tend to spend even more time in the upper levels of their enclosure than other species — making them exceptionally visible and active pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"Blog\/News\/living-the-high-life-our-guide-to-the-canopy-jumping-spider-phidippus-otiosus\" title=\"Phidippus otiosus blog post\"\u003eFind more in-depth information in our blog post\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifics for i4 Slings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Currently approx. 5–7mm (comparable to a garden pea).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCurrent Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e Hunting \u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-hydei-large-fruit-flies\" title=\"d.hydei large fruit flies\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (Large Fruit Flies) reliably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e At i4, they already begin to show a slightly “fuzzy” build — a hint of the distinctive eyebrow tufts to come.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSexing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as unsexed. Males often develop darker, more iridescent chelicerae, which become clearer around i7.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eUK Care Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70% – 80%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23°C – 27°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright, indirect light — 12-hour cycle recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVentilation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent cross-ventilation mandatory — sensitive to stagnant air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArboreal — height prioritised over floor space\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMisting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine mist one side every 1–2 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/the-solar-powered-pet-a-guide-to-jumping-spider-heating\" title=\"the solar powered pet a guide to jumping spider heating\"\u003eRead our full UK heating guide here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Growth Journey: Transitioning Feeders\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur i4 Canopy Slings are currently established on fruit flies. To reach their full “fuzzy” potential, they benefit from a varied diet as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFuture Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e We recommend transitioning to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/green-bottle-flies-large-tub\" title=\"green bottle flies tub\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreen Bottle flies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at the \u003cb\u003ei6 or i7 stage\u003c\/b\u003e. The erratic movement of the flies perfectly mimics the flying insects they would hunt in the treetops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExpert Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e For more details on the transition from fruit flies to Green Bottles, \u003cb\u003eread our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/from-fruit-flies-to-green-bottles-a-guide-to-feeding-your-growing-regal-jumping-spider\" title=\"guide to feeding your growing regal jumping spider\"\u003efeeding blog post here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Shipping Update\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe dispatch all live spiders exclusively via \u003cb\u003eRoyal Mail Special Delivery (Guaranteed by 1pm)\u003c\/b\u003e. The welfare of our spiders is our absolute priority:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReliability:\u003c\/b\u003e Special Delivery bypasses the standard post, minimising time in the mail system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePriority Handling:\u003c\/b\u003e Your spider won’t be left sitting in a delivery office during a backlog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReduced Stress:\u003c\/b\u003e A faster journey means your spider arrives healthy, hydrated, and ready for their new home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e To avoid 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\u003e\u003cb\u003e📷 About Our Photos: Variation \u0026amp; Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e The images provided include photos of our \u003cb\u003eactual i4 spiderlings\u003c\/b\u003e currently in stock. Because these are unsexed juveniles, they have not yet developed their adult colours. \u003ci\u003ePhidippus otiosus\u003c\/i\u003e undergo a spectacular transformation as they grow — developing their signature lavender tones, grey palette, and distinctive “eyebrow” tufts. Every spider is a unique individual!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote on Sexing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This spider is sold as unsexed. If you have a preference for a male or female, please message us — we’ll always do our best to find your perfect match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes Phidippus otiosus different from Phidippus regius?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhidippus otiosus\u003c\/em\u003e — the Canopy Jumping Spider — is a distinct species from \u003cem\u003eP. regius\u003c\/em\u003e. They are most famous for their prominent “eyebrow” tufts of setae that develop over the eyes as they mature, giving them a uniquely expressive, grumpy appearance. Their adult colouration is also very different — soft greys, lavenders, and muted greens rather than the oranges and whites of \u003cem\u003eregius\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do i4 Phidippus otiosus eat?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the i4 stage, slings eat \u003cem\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/em\u003e (large fruit flies), fed twice weekly. As they grow to i6\/i7, we recommend transitioning to Green Bottle flies to match their increasing size and appetite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre Phidippus otiosus good for beginners?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \u003cem\u003eP. otiosus\u003c\/em\u003e are active, visible, and engaging pets. However, they are slightly more sensitive to stagnant air than \u003cem\u003eP. regius\u003c\/em\u003e, so excellent cross-ventilation in the enclosure is essential. If you can provide good airflow, they are a fantastic and rewarding species to keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow big do Phidippus otiosus get?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdult females typically reach 12–18mm in body length — slightly smaller on average than \u003cem\u003eP. regius\u003c\/em\u003e Florida females, but with a distinctive fluffy, tufted appearance that makes them look larger than they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo Phidippus otiosus need heating in the UK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey prefer 23°C–27°C and manage well at room temperature during UK summers. However, a thermostat-controlled heat mat is recommended during autumn and winter to keep them active and maintain a healthy growth rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it legal to keep Phidippus otiosus in the UK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \u003cem\u003ePhidippus otiosus\u003c\/em\u003e is not a protected or restricted species under UK law. No licence is required to keep or purchase them. All our spiders are captive bred in the UK, so there are no import or CITES concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this spider captive bred?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — all our \u003cem\u003ePhidippus otiosus\u003c\/em\u003e are captive bred in the UK, ensuring healthy, well-established slings that are accustomed to captive conditions and regular feeding schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53623953588563,"sku":"BUGS-0160-PHI","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/1777737242568-2.jpg?v=1777757736","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/phidippus-otiosus-jumping-spider","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}