{"product_id":"untitled-28apr_19-29","title":"Phiddipus Regius \"Florida\" - Jumping Spider","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eFlorida Locale: Regal Jumping Spider (\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"38\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eStage:\u003c\/b\u003e i4 (4th Instar) | \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"25\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Captive Bred (Florida Bloodline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Florida Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003eSuperior Size:\u003c\/b\u003e The Florida peninsula is home to the \"giants\" of the species. While standard \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"92\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003eP. regius\u003c\/i\u003e are impressive, these Florida lineages are renowned for producing the largest recorded females, often reaching over 22mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\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. Males, as usual, sport their dual black and white tuxedo colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003eCaptive Bred:\u003c\/b\u003e These spiderlings are hatched and raised in captivity, meaning they are already well-adjusted to indoor captive life and feeding schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eSpecifics for i4 Slings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Roughly the size of a large garden pea (approx. 5–7mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Currently hunting \u003ca title=\"d.hydei large fruit flies\" href=\"\/products\/d-hydei-large-fruit-flies\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"27\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e(Large Fruit Flies) with gusto. We recommend feeding twice weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eSexing:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eUK Care Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"10\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e70% – 80%\u003c\/b\u003e. To mimic the Florida humidity in a UK home, a light misting of one side of the enclosure every other day is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e These spiders enjoy the warmth. Aim for \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"53\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e24°C – 28°C\u003c\/b\u003e. In the UK, you will likely need a small heat mat connected to a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"130\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003ethermostat\u003c\/b\u003e during the colder months to keep them active and healthy. Read our \u003ca title=\"the solar powered pet a guide to jumping spider heating\" href=\"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/the-solar-powered-pet-a-guide-to-jumping-spider-heating\"\u003eblog post here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e Bright, indirect light is a must. A simple LED desk lamp or a dedicated plant light will help them see their prey clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"36,0\"\u003eFeeding Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Our i4 slings are currently established on \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"57\" data-path-to-node=\"36,0\"\u003eD. hydei\u003c\/i\u003e fruit flies. To learn more about when and how to transition your spider to \u003ca title=\"green bottle flies tub\" href=\"\/products\/green-bottle-flies-large-tub\"\u003eGreen Bottle flies\u003c\/a\u003e as they grow, \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"174\" data-path-to-node=\"36,0\"\u003eread our expert feeding guide \u003ca title=\"a guide to feeding your growing regal jumping spider\" href=\"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/from-fruit-flies-to-green-bottles-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\"\u003e​We 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\"\u003e​The 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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\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​\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​\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\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 data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e📷 About Our Photos: Variation \u0026amp; Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe images provided include photos of our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"55\" data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eactual adult\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003eHowever, because these are unsexed juveniles, they have not yet developed their adult colours. Like all\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-index-in-node=\"104\" data-math=\"Phidippus\\ regius\" class=\"math-inline\"\u003ePhidippus regius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, 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\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"339\" data-path-to-node=\"28\"\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 data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote on Sexing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\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","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53598199054675,"sku":"BUGS-5616-PHI","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/Bess.jpg?v=1777757582","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/untitled-28apr_19-29","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}