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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.
Wolf spiders are already a force of nature but Australia takes it a step further with their two-toned ones
August 16, 2025 2:30 pm
What sets Hoggicosa bicolor apart at first glance is its dramatic colouring—especially in females and younger males.
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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