9 Amazing New Arachnid Species

The video explores the fascinating world of arachnids, highlighting new species discoveries and their unique behaviors. It covers Peacock spiders' mating dances, the cautious approach of jumping spiders, the Flick Flak spider's acrobatics, and the eyeless Huntsman spider's adaptations. The video also delves into the ancient proto spider fossil, the Crypto Master Behemoth, and the Buckeye Dragon Mite's feeding habits. Additionally, it discusses the study of nose ticks in chimpanzees and the research on Brazilian whipped spiders, emphasizing the ecological importance and diversity of arachnids.

What is the main purpose of the Peacock spider's dance?

• To scare away predators

• To attract a mate

• To find food

• To communicate with other spiders

How does the jumping spider attempt to attract a mate?

• By building a web

• By making a sound

• By waving hairy paddles

• By performing a dance

What unique movement is the Flick Flack spider known for?

• Spinning webs

• Jumping high

• Back handspring

• Digging holes

What is unique about the Huntsman spider discovered in Laos?

• It is venomous

• It can fly

• It has no eyes

• It is the largest spider

What does the proto-spider fossil lack that modern spiders have?

• Fangs

• Eyes

• Spinnerets

• Legs

What is the Crypto Master Behemoth?

• A type of spider

• A type of mite

• A type of harvestman

• A type of tick

What is the main threat to the habitats of Brazilian whipped spiders?

• Natural disasters

• Climate change

• Human activities

• Predators