Spider webs are nature’s perfect traps: sticky and delicate, yet strong enough to catch insects many times larger than the ...
A newfound defensive tactic takes advantage of this idea: researchers documented spiders building giant spiderlike ...
The spider doppelgängers are made of prey carcasses, plant debris, and other organic materials. They have a central structure ...
The “extra touches” to intricate webs - known as stabilimenta - enable the eight-legged hunters to find their next meal.
Spider webs aren't only functional, they are a work of beauty, with some spiders going that extra step, adding an unexpected element.
Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Slingshot spiders (Theridiosoma gemmosum) don’t just passively ...