On average, a spider will eat up to 3,000 insects per year. This may seem like a lot, but it’s actually not that much when you consider how many insects there are in the world. Because wolf spiders are relatively large, their diet is usually very high in protein and fat. Which allows them to…
Although it’s not the most pleasant topic to disgust there seems to be a growing debate about whether or not spiders poop? The short answer is YES! spiders do poop! However, instead of solid waste, spiders produce semi-liquid waste that contains both nitrogenous and uric acids. But, what does their poop look like and how…
Do Spiders Eat Mosquitoes? We all know that spiders eat a wide range of flying insects, from flies, wasps, and even ladybugs ’if given the chance’ So surely they would love to snack on a few pesky mosquitoes, right? Yes, some spiders do feast on mosquitoes! In fact, in east Africa and Malaysia, there are…
Spiders are carnivorous which means they generally eat insects and other small animals! But, what they eat also depends on their size. For example, small spiders typically go after prey like flies or mosquitoes, whereas larger spiders tend to eat larger prey such as frogs or lizards. But, what about earwigs? The short answer is…
While the diet of spiders varies depending on the species, most spiders eat a wide range of insects. This can include both hard-bodied and soft-bodied insects, as well as other small arthropods. But, do spiders eat caterpillars? Yes, in some rare cases, spiders can eat caterpillars! However, it’s not their preferred food source, and some…
Spiders are predators and will therefore go after live prey whenever possible. However, they are also opportunistic feeders and will eat whatever is available to them! But, does this include prey that is already dead? While this may seem like a silly question, it’s actually one that is constantly being asked by people who are worried…
The diet of a spider is known to be composed of many different types of insects, from flies, moths, beetles, cockroaches, and even centipedes. But what about grasshoppers? Do spiders eat grasshoppers and if so, are they healthy? Yes! spiders do eat grasshoppers! Grasshoppers are high in protein, which makes them a great food source…
Fishing spiders (Dolomedes) get their name from their unique hunting style, which involves waiting near water for fish or other small aquatic creatures to swim by. When an unsuspecting victim “fish” comes within range, the spider will quickly snatch it up within seconds leaving it very little chance of getting away. However, apart from fish…
There’s a lot of debate surrounding the topic of spiders and whether or not they feel pain. Some people believe spiders do feel pain, while others maintain they don’t feel anything. So, which is it? Well, according to science spiders don’t feel pain! This is because they have a very different type of nervous system…