Science Kids: Fascinating Facts About Spiders

The video explores the fascinating world of spiders, highlighting their differences from insects, their unique body structures, and their role in the ecosystem. It delves into the various types of webs they spin using silk, the molting process, and the size range from the tiny Samoan Moss spider to the large Goliath bird eater. The video also covers well-known spider species like the Black Widow and brown recluse, emphasizing their ecological importance and dispelling common fears.

What is a key difference between spiders and insects in terms of body structure?

• Insects have four body segments.

• Spiders have three body segments.

• Insects have two body segments.

• Spiders have two body segments.

How do spiders contribute to protecting our food supply?

• By spreading seeds

• By pollinating crops

• By eating harmful insects

• By fertilizing soil

What is the primary purpose of spider silk?

• To build nests

• To create webs and capture prey

• To camouflage

• To store food

What is the process called when a spider sheds its exoskeleton?

• Shedding

• Molting

• Exfoliating

• Peeling

Where are Samoan Moss spiders typically found?

• Canada

• South Pacific Islands

• Eastern Europe

• Antarctica

How does the Goliath bird eater tarantula defend itself?

• By camouflaging

• By making a hissing sound

• By shooting sharp hairs

• By digging burrows

What distinct marking does the Black Widow spider have?

• A heart shape

• A star shape

• An hourglass shape

• A circle

In which regions of the United States is the Brown Recluse spider commonly found?

• Northeast

• Central and Southern

• Western

• Northern

What is unique about the jumping spider's hunting method?

• It uses venom to paralyze prey.

• It uses webs to trap prey.

• It jumps to catch prey.

• It digs holes to ambush prey.

Approximately how many species of tarantulas are there?

• Nearly 100

• More than 2000

• Almost 500

• About 850