Spiders renowned for their intricate circular webs have been observed adapting their web-spinning techniques in dark environments, creating effective tripwires to ensnare unsuspecting prey.
The European cave orb spider, scientifically known as Meta menardi, stands out among the various orb-weavers that typically ensnare mosquitoes, beetles, and other flying insects using sticky spiral webs. Unlike their outdoor counterparts, these spiders attach their webs to cave walls with double the number of silk strands. This adaptation allows the webs to vibrate when triggered by crawling creatures, a fascinating revelation from recent research.
