Phiddipus Regius "Florida" - Jumping Spider

Florida Locale: Regal Jumping Spider (Phidippus regius)

Stage: i4 (4th Instar) | Origin: Captive Bred (Florida Bloodline)

The Florida Advantage

Superior Size: The Florida peninsula is home to the "giants" of the species. While standard P. regius are impressive, these Florida lineages are renowned for producing the largest recorded females, often reaching over 22mm.

Vibrant Colours: 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. Males, as usual, sport their dual black and white tuxedo colours.

Captive Bred: These spiderlings are hatched and raised in captivity, meaning they are already well-adjusted to indoor captive life and feeding schedules.

Specifics for i4 Slings

Size: Roughly the size of a large garden pea (approx. 5–7mm).

Feeding: Currently hunting Drosophila hydei (Large Fruit Flies) with gusto. We recommend feeding twice weekly.

Behaviour: Florida variants are famously "bold." Even at this size, they are remarkably inquisitive and less "skittish" than other locales, making them a joy to observe.

Sexing: At i4, they are sold as unsexed. You can expect to see their true colours and iridescent chelicerae (emerald for males, rose/purple for females) emerge around the i5/i6 stage.

UK Care Requirements

Humidity: 70% – 80%. To mimic the Florida humidity in a UK home, a light misting of one side of the enclosure every other day is essential.

Temperature: These spiders enjoy the warmth. Aim for 24°C – 28°C. In the UK, you will likely need a small heat mat connected to a thermostat during the colder months to keep them active and healthy. Read our blog post here

Lighting: Bright, indirect light is a must. A simple LED desk lamp or a dedicated plant light will help them see their prey clearly.

Feeding Note: Our i4 slings are currently established on D. hydei fruit flies. To learn more about when and how to transition your spider to Green Bottle flies as they grow, read our expert feeding guide Blog post here.

Important Shipping Update

​We have made the decision to dispatch all live spiders exclusively via Royal Mail Special Delivery (Guaranteed by 1pm).

​The welfare of our spiders is our absolute priority, and we have implemented this policy for the following reasons:

• ​Reliability: 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.
• ​Priority Handling: 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.
• ​Reduced Stress: A faster journey means less stress for the spider, ensuring they arrive healthy, hydrated, and ready for their new home.

​Please Note: To avoid any risk of your spider being held in a sorting office over the weekend, we only post orders from Monday to Thursday.

📷 About Our Photos: Variation & Potential

Please Note: The images provided include photos of our actual adult.

However, because these are unsexed juveniles, they have not yet developed their adult colours. Like all Phidippus regius, they undergo a spectacular transformation as they grow. While the Florida lineage is known for its high-contrast and monochrome potential, every spider is a unique individual. The final adult colouration is a result of genetic diversity, making the journey of watching your sling grow an exciting "unboxing" of its true traits!

Note on Sexing:

This 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.