In this episode of MicroFreaks we zoom in on golden orb weaver spiders. With web-building superpowers and neurotoxic venom, these arachnids entomb and liquefy their prey. Watch as we take a microscopic look at the adaptions that have secured them a spot as one of the most ancient spider families on the planet.


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Additional Footage:

Sigma website

Sigma YouTube


Scanning Electron Microscope Photography:

Jennifer Alford, University of Lethbridge , ABCanada

Jillian Barnes, University of Lethbridge, AB Canada

Milan Madhavji, University of Lethbridge, ABCanada

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