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Meet 'Ballista': New Australian spider that flings dangerous ants into air
June 24, 2026 2:30 pm
Researchers have identified a remarkable new arachnid species in Northern Australia, nicknamed "Ballista," that uses extreme biomechanical engineering to hunt dangerous prey.
Why these giant spiders seem to love living near traffic
June 10, 2026 4:00 pm
Even with thousands of vehicles passing nearby, joro spiders seem remarkably unfazed by the noise and vibrations of traffic.
'Rare jewel of Eastern Ghats': Why Pawan Kalyan is championing the survival of endangered Peacock Tarantula
May 01, 2026 12:00 pm
The species is currently critically endangered, fighting against habitat loss, degradation and rampant, illegal pet trade for exotic species.
Why this spider feeds its babies 'milk'
April 21, 2026 2:00 pm
This spider's milk has roughly four times higher protein concentration than cow's milk, along with fats and sugars.
Why these spiders want to look like bird droppings
April 02, 2026 5:53 pm
The next time you see bird poop in nature, do not rule out the possibility of it being a clever spider!
The eight-legged imposter: How Myrmarachne perfected the art of the con
February 14, 2026 4:58 pm
Some of these spiders even start smelling like ants!
Spiders (allegedly) keep this animal as a glowing prisoner to draw more prey to their webs
December 20, 2025 1:26 pm
Some nocturnal spiders capture glowing fireflies and keep them alive in their webs to lure in more prey.
The world’s largest spider web -- spread across roughly 1,140 square feet -- found in a hidden sulfur cave
November 10, 2025 5:43 pm
Scientists say this discovery challenges long-held assumptions about spider behaviour.
Make spiders pretty again: how a Pune initiative is fighting against age-old aversion to spiders
November 06, 2025 6:43 pm
There will be a Spider Talk and a Spider Walk in Pune on the importance of spiders, their webs, hunting styles, and hidden habitats.
The 7 largest spider species found in India
October 24, 2025 5:33 pm
India’s wild landscapes are home to some of the world’s most fascinating and formidable spiders.
SPIDER VIDEOS
Science Take | How to give a spider an eye test
June 22, 2020 6:11 pm
Jumping spiders have excellent vision. To test it, scientists use a special machine of which there are only two in the world.
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