A study shows that spider web decorations help spiders locate prey by spreading vibrations across more silk threads.

Two species of spiders have been observed for the first time weaving larger “decoy” models of themselves to protect themselves from predators.The findings mark the first instance of any creature ...

In the dense rainforests of Peru and the Philippines, two small, unsuspecting orb-weaving spiders have unveiled a stunning ...

Silk decorations in spider webs aren’t just for show. They may help spiders “hear” their prey through vibrations.

Spider webs are made from a protein fiber which we call silk. It is both strong and stretchy but not all spider silk is the same, there are several different types. Spiders produce silk using special ...

You have probably admired more than once the almost perfect beauty of spider webs. Do you know why they have a circular structure? There are several reasons for this. Today, scientists recognize about ...