Ant-mimicking spider species Myrmarachne colombiana fossil discovered in Colombia, using deception as a defense mechanism.
Spider expert George Poinar Jr. has discovered a rare fossil of an ant-mimicking spider species, Myrmarachne colombiana, in a block of copal resin in Colombia. This unique species is an example of spiders using deception as a defense mechanism, as ants are a less desirable prey due to their aggressive defense and stinging venom. By resembling ants, spiders can deter potential predators.
March 25, 2024
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