Category: Ecosystem Dynamics

Spiders exploit fireflies’ mating signals as bait for catching prey in webs

Spiders Exploit Fireflies’ Mating Signals as Bait for Catching Prey in Webs A nocturnal spider in the East Asian subtropical forests has created an unusual hunting strategy. By mimicking the mating signals of female fireflies, these crafty arachnids lure unsuspecting male fireflies into their webs, using the promise of romance to secure a meal. This […]

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