sandrewn Posted August 30, 2023 Posted August 30, 2023 3 hours ago, Bill W said: That's a scary thought, that without gravity this spider becomes more formidable. That is indeed, a weighty(less?) matter to ponder upon. 2
Site Moderator TalonRider Posted September 2, 2023 Site Moderator Posted September 2, 2023 I saw a clip in a video the other day showing a spider hanging onto a thread. It was also hanging onto bee. The bee then started using it wings trying to escape the spider to only succeed in spinning both of them around hanging. 3
Bill W Posted September 2, 2023 Posted September 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, TalonRider said: I saw a clip in a video the other day showing a spider hanging onto a thread. It was also hanging onto bee. The bee then started using it wings trying to escape the spider to only succeed in spinning both of them around hanging. Post the link if you can. I'd like to see that as well. 3
Site Moderator TalonRider Posted September 2, 2023 Site Moderator Posted September 2, 2023 @Bill W, here's the link to the video. It didn't take me as long to find as I thought it would. To save you some time, you can find it around the 2:25 minute mark with a short preview at the beginning of the video. Sound effects were even included. 1 1
Bill W Posted September 7, 2023 Posted September 7, 2023 1 hour ago, sandrewn said: Damn, it looks more like a robot than a real spider, but at least it's not lethal. One of the few things in Australia that isn't. 2
sandrewn Posted September 7, 2023 Posted September 7, 2023 On 9/6/2023 at 1:25 AM, Bill W said: Like an opossum, but instead of riding on the mother's back, this baby rides under its mother's tummy - either that or this spider has a more pair of eyes than any other spider. I have heard the expression, "Eyes in the back of her head" but not .......? 2
sandrewn Posted September 7, 2023 Posted September 7, 2023 8 hours ago, Bill W said: Damn, it looks more like a robot than a real spider, but at least it's not lethal. One of the few things in Australia that isn't. I don't know about that. Shock & Awe( extreme fright causing a heart attack) could be viewed as lethal! 2
sandrewn Posted September 8, 2023 Posted September 8, 2023 6 hours ago, Bill W said: Very interesting, and with all of that white on its body and the sensors on its legs, it appears to be really old. The original blurb on this one was a long one, I lost it(whoops) and still trying to find it again. As to your statement, ....or it might just be a cheap dye job gone wrong and a needed, long overdue trip to the barber shop for an extensive(massive) trim. The latter would probably shave years off his looks. 2
Bill W Posted September 11, 2023 Posted September 11, 2023 (edited) 13 hours ago, Slytherin said: Why do I return to this thread?! Maybe so you can be sure that the spiders aren't getting the upper hand? Edited September 11, 2023 by Bill W 4
Site Moderator TalonRider Posted September 11, 2023 Site Moderator Posted September 11, 2023 13 hours ago, Slytherin said: Why do I return to this thread?! Maybe because deep down you know you're interested in them. 3 1
Site Moderator TalonRider Posted September 13, 2023 Site Moderator Posted September 13, 2023 At last, they finally found the spider behind Spiderman's origins. You'll see it 30 seconds into the video. 3
sandrewn Posted September 22, 2023 Posted September 22, 2023 14 hours ago, Bill W said: Man, that's creepy looking. To be honest, when I first looked at this photo I thought I was looking at the skeletal remains of some creature, not a living one. Talk about Ripley's Believe it or Not, this would definitely fit in that category. To be honest, when I first looked at this photo and saw the name given, 'Pelican Spider', I had to agree! It reminded me of a pelican( I guess it is true, great minds do think alike). 1
sandrewn Posted September 22, 2023 Posted September 22, 2023 6 hours ago, Bill W said: It looks like an ant with butterscotch legs. I can't see it, but if it works for you, who am I to disagree on your sweet tooth fantasies. 3
Mancunian Posted September 28, 2023 Posted September 28, 2023 On 9/27/2023 at 1:03 PM, sandrewn said: I am starting to think that maybe it is time for me to give this topic a rest. If not for several members (thank you all), the silence here would be deafening. It has gotten to the point, where I even look forward to a comment(any comment) that doubts what I have posted. I would hate to see this topic come to an end, It's interesting and informative, not to mention the funny posts that never fail to amuse me. I don't comment very often, but I look forward to the topic posts, so please don't stop. 1 1
Site Moderator TalonRider Posted October 4, 2023 Site Moderator Posted October 4, 2023 4 hours ago, Bill W said: Now that's one spider I wouldn't want to run into, especially on Halloween! It looks like it's a pet of Jason. 2
Bill W Posted October 10, 2023 Posted October 10, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, sandrewn said: When I posted this, I did not know. Now, yes that is a red underbelly. The female spider is brown and gray, with a small color range. The male spider is black coloured from top, and the male's pedipalp is red, along with parts of the legs. The red color is used to attract female mates with courtship displays. Habronattus americanus - Wikipedia I'm sure the red color would also attract humans who would like to squash it. Thank you for the info. Edited October 10, 2023 by Bill W 1 1
sandrewn Posted October 16, 2023 Posted October 16, 2023 1 hour ago, Bill W said: Are those multiple ports out of a spider's abdomen that are producing the silk? This entire article is a fantastic read, but I think the the answer to your question, is here on page four. Spider Silk | HowStuffWorks 1
Bill W Posted October 16, 2023 Posted October 16, 2023 24 minutes ago, sandrewn said: This entire article is a fantastic read, but I think the the answer to your question, is here on page four. Spider Silk | HowStuffWorks Very interesting indeed. 2
sandrewn Posted October 17, 2023 Posted October 17, 2023 How to Weather Forecast And Weather Predict Without Technology Spiders make their webs stronger when a storm is expected, and rain is predicted. The webs usually have more cross sections that reinforce the web. Nature in the Ozarks Marbled Orbweaver Female. 1
Bill W Posted October 17, 2023 Posted October 17, 2023 7 hours ago, sandrewn said: How to Weather Forecast And Weather Predict Without Technology Spiders make their webs stronger when a storm is expected, and rain is predicted. The webs usually have more cross sections that reinforce the web. In that case, I guess I no longer need to watch the channel 4 weather forecasts. 3
Bill W Posted October 17, 2023 Posted October 17, 2023 7 hours ago, sandrewn said: Nature in the Ozarks Marbled Orbweaver Female. Whoa, spider's got back! 2
sandrewn Posted October 17, 2023 Posted October 17, 2023 31 minutes ago, Bill W said: In that case, I guess I no longer need to watch the channel 4 weather forecasts. I would hold off in doing that! I can't count the times, my weather channel shows sunshine/clear skies as I look out at the pitter patter of rain drops all over the place. 2
sandrewn Posted October 18, 2023 Posted October 18, 2023 Male Spiders Must Twerk — or Be Eaten Male black widows shake their rumps to let the ladies know they aren't a meal. Did you know huntsman spiders just want to be your friends? They're so misunderstood. 1 2
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