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This spider species looks like bird poop and the reason is fascinating

A poopy appearance sounds unappealing, but this spider actually takes advantage of that fact, giving itself the edge of its ...
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Scientists just discovered a new spider species - and it’s terrifying

Deep in the rainforests of Panama, we set out to track down a newly described species of funnel web spider that may be hiding ...
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7 Predators That Hunt Spiders and How Spiders Fight Back

Spiders are both predators and prey, contributing to a healthy ecosystem. Here are some common spider predators.
Science Daily

This “Pink Floyd” spider hunts prey 6x its size and lives in walls

Scientists have uncovered a tiny wall-dwelling spider named Pikelinia floydmuraria, inspired by Pink Floyd. Despite its size, ...
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Here come the spiders: What to know about Oregon’s emerging creepy-crawlies

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — There are more than 500 species of spiders in Oregon, and soon they’ll be breeding. Eeek! Every autumn, the Oregon Department of Agriculture sees an uptick in spider reports ...