Spider Growth and Survival: From Molting to Majestic Hunters

The video explains the molting process of spiders, highlighting the exoskeleton's role in protection and growth. It contrasts the Samoan Moss spider, the smallest, with the Goliath Bird Eater tarantula, the largest, detailing their habitats and defense mechanisms. The video emphasizes spiders' ecological importance in controlling insect populations and pollinating plants. It concludes with a review and quiz on the discussed spider species.

What is the primary function of a spider's exoskeleton?

• To help the spider fly

• To provide support and protection

• To store food

• To attract mates

How does a spider's body prepare for molting?

• By changing color

• By hiding from predators

• By eating more food

• By growing a new exoskeleton under the old one

Which of the following is true about the Samoan Moss spider?

• It has venomous fangs

• It is about the size of a pinhead

• It is the largest spider species

• It is found in the Amazon jungle

What unique defense mechanism does the Goliath bird eater tarantula use?

• It changes color to camouflage

• It shoots sharp hairs at predators

• It can fly

• It digs underground tunnels

What is the typical diet of a Goliath bird eater tarantula?

• Fish

• Green plants

• Birds

• Frogs and earthworms

How does the venom of a Goliath bird eater tarantula affect humans?

• It is painful but not harmful

• It causes severe allergic reactions

• It has no effect on humans

• It is deadly to humans

In what way do spiders contribute to the ecosystem?

• By building webs in trees

• By eating more insects than birds and bats combined

• By scaring away predators

• By producing silk for human use