{"product_id":"phidippus-regius-everglades-jumping-spider","title":"Phidippus Regius \"Everglades\" Jumping Spider | UK Captive Bred","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEverglades Locale: Regal Jumping Spider (\u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\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 (Everglades, Florida Bloodline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Everglades Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\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\u003e\u003cb\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\u003e\u003cb\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\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifics for i4 Slings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Currently approx. 5–7mm (comparable to a garden pea).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCurrent Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully established on \u003cb\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/b\u003e (Large Fruit Flies).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\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\u003e\u003cb\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\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eUK Care Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e75% – 85%\u003c\/b\u003e. As a wetland locale, the Everglades form appreciates a slightly higher humidity than the standard \u003cem\u003eP. regius\u003c\/em\u003e. A light daily misting is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives at \u003cb\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\u003ethermostat\u003c\/b\u003e set to 26°C. Read our \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\"\u003eblog post here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e Strong, bright, indirect light is essential for their visual hunting style.\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 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\u003e\u003cb\u003eFuture Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e We recommend transitioning to \u003cb\u003eGreen Bottle flies\u003c\/b\u003e once they reach the \u003cb\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\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpert Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e For a full breakdown on how to move your spider from fruit flies to larger prey, \u003cb\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\"\u003eWe 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\"\u003eThe 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\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\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\n\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\n\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\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\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, because these are unsexed juveniles, they have not yet developed their adult colours. Like all \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\u003e, they undergo a spectacular transformation as they grow. While the Everglades lineage is renowned for its vibrant orange, peach, and coral \"colour phase\" 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes the Everglades locale special?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Everglades locale originates from the southern tip of Florida and is considered the \"gold standard\" for colour in \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\u003e. Females have a very high probability of developing brilliant orange, deep peach, or warm coral colouration as adults — making them one of the most sought-after locales in the UK hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do i4 Everglades jumping spiders eat?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the i4 stage, slings eat \u003cem\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/em\u003e (large fruit flies). As they grow to i6\/i7, we recommend transitioning to Green Bottle flies to match their increasing size and energy levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre Everglades jumping spiders good for beginners?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — they are bold, confident hunters from a young age and are relatively straightforward to care for. Their striking adult colouration also makes them a rewarding long-term keeper for enthusiasts of all levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow big do Phidippus regius Everglades get?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdult females consistently reach 20mm+ in body length, making them one of the largest \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\u003e locales available. They carry true \"Florida giant\" genetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo Everglades jumping spiders need heating in the UK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. As a wetland Florida locale, they thrive at 24°C–29°C — slightly warmer than some other locales. A thermostat-controlled heat mat set to around 26°C is strongly recommended for UK keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this spider captive bred?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — all our Phidippus regius Everglades are captive bred in the UK from an established Everglades Florida bloodline, ensuring healthy, well-established slings accustomed to captive conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53623917904211,"sku":"BUGS-7007-PHI","price":28.0,"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\/phidippus-regius-everglades-jumping-spider","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}