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New spider species flings ants into its web
Original: Amazing! New spider species catapults ants into its web: "Ballistic high-powered spider webs overcome dangerous prey def
Researchers have described a newly identified spider species that actively catapults ants into its web rather than waiting for prey to wander in. A study describes the behaviour as 'ballistic high-powered spider webs' capable of overcoming ants' dangerous defensive weapons such as stings and bites, prompting widespread amazement online among biology enthusiasts.
Why now: The surprising, newly documented hunting behaviour of a spider that launches ants into its web is capturing attention in science communities.
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