black and beige tarantula on brown soil

The Venomous Spider With the Most Unusual Hunting Strategy

Insect Hive Team

In the diverse world of arachnids, one spider stands out not for its size or the potency of its venom, but for its extraordinary hunting technique that defies conventional spider behavior. The Bolas spider (genus Mastophora) has evolved one of nature’s most remarkable hunting strategies, using chemical trickery and a specialized weapon to capture prey. ...