{"product_id":"phidippus-regius-bahamas-jumping-spider","title":"Phidippus Regius \"Bahamas\" - Jumping Spider","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eBahamas Locale: Regal Jumping Spider (\u003ci\u003ePhidippus regius\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\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Bahamas Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Contrast “White Phase”:\u003c\/b\u003e While relatively rare, 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSleek \u0026amp; Athletic:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStriking Iridescence:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInquisitive Nature:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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.\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 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 moults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSexing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as unsexed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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\u003eGood cross-ventilation essential — prevent 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\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Growth Journey: Transitioning Feeders\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFuture Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e We recommend moving 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. Their erratic flight patterns provide excellent mental and physical enrichment for this active locale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExpert Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e For more details on the transition from fruit flies to larger feeders, \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=\"a 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\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\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\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\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. Like all \u003ci\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/i\u003e, 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 \u003cb\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\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\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes the Bahamas locale special?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Bahamas locale of \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\u003e is prized for producing a high percentage of “White Phase” females — spiders with snowy-white or silver adult coats contrasted against deep black markings. They are also notably more slender and long-legged than Florida locales, giving them an elegant, athletic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do i4 Bahamas jumping spiders 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 Bahamas jumping spiders good for beginners?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\u003e as a species is widely considered the best beginner jumping spider. The Bahamas locale is particularly inquisitive and active, making them engaging and rewarding to keep even for first-time owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow big do Phidippus regius Bahamas get?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdult females typically reach 15–20mm in body length. They tend to be slightly more slender than Florida females, with a more elegant, long-legged build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo Bahamas jumping spiders need heating in the UK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — they prefer 23°C–27°C. A thermostat-controlled heat mat is recommended for UK keepers, particularly during autumn and winter months when room temperatures drop below their comfort zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it legal to keep Phidippus regius in the UK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\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 regius\u003c\/em\u003e Bahamas 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":53623945625939,"sku":"BUGS-0033-PHI","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/1777736810665-2.jpg?v=1777757698","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/phidippus-regius-bahamas-jumping-spider","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}