{"product_id":"phidippus-regius-isla-juventud-jumping-spider","title":"Phidippus Regius \"Isla Juventud\" Jumping Spider | UK Captive Bred","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eIsla (Cuba) 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe \"Isla\" Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh-Contrast \"Panda\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e While adult females can vary, the Isla locale is famous for producing high-contrast individuals with stark white markings against deep, jet-black bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Robust:\u003c\/b\u003e Though they are part of the \"Regal\" family, many keepers find the Isla locale to have a slightly more compact, \"stocky\" build compared to the long-legged mainland Florida spiders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBold Island Personality:\u003c\/b\u003e Hailing from the Isle of Youth, these spiders are notoriously brave. They are active explorers and tend to spend a lot of time out in the open, making them excellent \"display\" pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVivid Facial Masks:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature females often develop beautiful, crisp \"eyebrow\" markings and iridescent chelicerae (mouthparts) in shades of deep teal and violet.\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 (roughly the size of a small pea).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\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 extreme confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e At the i4 stage, they are in their classic \"juvenile tuxedo\"—sleek black with white abdominal spots. Their high-contrast Cuban patterns will begin to sharpen and reveal themselves over the next few molts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSexing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as unsexed.\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\u003e70% – 80%\u003c\/b\u003e. As a tropical island locale, they thrive with higher humidity. Provide a light misting every 1–2 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers \u003cb\u003e23°C – 27°C\u003c\/b\u003e. In the UK, a thermostat-controlled heat mat is essential to mimic the warm Cuban climate and keep their metabolism high. 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 Bright, indirect light is vital. These are visual hunters who love to bask in the brightest spots of their enclosure.\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 Isla slings are currently established on fruit flies, but they are ambitious hunters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\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. Their active hunting style makes them fantastic to watch when they track down flying prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpert Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e To learn more about moving your spider 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 adult Isla Juventud spiders\u003c\/b\u003e to showcase their potential colouration.\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 Isla lineage is known for its high-contrast and monochrome 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 is the Isla Juventud locale?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIsla Juventud (Isle of Youth) is a small island off the south-west coast of Cuba. \u003cem\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/em\u003e from this locale are prized for their bold \"Panda\" colouration — stark white markings against jet-black bodies — and their notoriously brave, outgoing personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do i4 Isla Juventud 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 for the stimulation and nutrition they need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre Isla Juventud jumping spiders good for beginners?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — their bold, fearless nature makes them one of the most engaging locales to keep. They are active, love to be observed, and are relatively hardy, making them a great choice for new keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow big do Phidippus regius Isla Juventud get?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdult females typically reach 14–20mm in body length. They tend to have a slightly more compact, stocky build compared to mainland Florida locales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo jumping spiders need heating in the UK?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. As a Cuban island locale, Isla Juventud spiders thrive at 23°C–27°C. A thermostat-controlled heat mat is strongly recommended for UK keepers, especially during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this spider captive bred?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — all our Phidippus regius Isla Juventud are captive bred in the UK, ensuring healthy, well-established slings accustomed to captive conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53623943922003,"sku":"BUGS-3952-PHI","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/1777329623228_4.png?v=1777757646","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/phidippus-regius-isla-juventud-jumping-spider","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}