{"product_id":"phidippus-regius-florida-jumping-spider","title":"Phidippus Regius \"Florida\" Jumping Spider | UK Captive Bred","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlorida 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 (Florida Bloodline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Florida Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuperior Size:\u003c\/b\u003e The Florida peninsula is home to the “giants” of the species. These Florida lineages are renowned for producing the largest recorded females, often reaching over 22mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVibrant Colours:\u003c\/b\u003e Though currently in their “stealthy” juvenile black-and-white phase, Florida females have the highest genetic probability of developing stunning orange, peach, or snowy-white coats as they mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFamously Bold:\u003c\/b\u003e Florida variants are remarkably inquisitive and less “skittish” than other locales, even at sling size — making them a joy to observe and handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/b\u003e Hatched and raised in captivity, already well-adjusted to indoor life and feeding schedules.\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 Roughly the size of a garden pea (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) with gusto. We recommend feeding twice weekly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e At i4, they are in their juvenile black-and-white phase. True colours and iridescent chelicerae (emerald for males, rose\/purple for females) emerge around i5\/i6.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSexing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as unsexed at i4.\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\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 other day\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 Florida slings are currently established on fruit flies. To learn more about when and how to transition your spider to larger prey 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExpert Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e \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 guide 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 adult Florida spiders\u003c\/b\u003e to showcase their potential colouration. Because the slings 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 Florida lineage is celebrated for its vibrant orange, peach, and snowy-white colour potential, every spider is a unique individual — the final adult colouration is a result of \u003cb\u003egenetic diversity\u003c\/b\u003e!\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 Florida locale special?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlorida \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\u003e are the largest of the species, with adult females regularly exceeding 22mm. They also have the highest genetic probability of developing vibrant orange, peach, or snowy-white adult colouration, making them one of the most popular and sought-after locales in the UK hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do i4 Florida 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 Florida jumping spiders good for beginners?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — Florida variants are famously bold and inquisitive, even at a young age. They are less skittish than many other locales, making them a great choice for new keepers who want an interactive, engaging spider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow big do Phidippus regius Florida get?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdult females from Florida bloodlines regularly reach 22mm+ in body length — among the largest of any \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\u003e locale. They are true giants of the species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo Florida jumping spiders need heating in the UK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — Florida spiders thrive at 23°C–27°C. A thermostat-controlled heat mat is recommended for UK keepers, particularly during autumn and winter months.\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 Florida are captive bred in the UK from an established Florida bloodline, ensuring healthy, well-adjusted slings that are accustomed to captive conditions and regular feeding schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53598199054675,"sku":"BUGS-5616-PHI","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/Bess.jpg?v=1777757582","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/phidippus-regius-florida-jumping-spider","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}