Monthly Archives: October 2015

Amblypygi

If it weren’t for the fact that these arachnids are utterly harmless and slightly more obscure than the mygalomorphs and scorpions, they would certainly occupy a distinguished position in the vanguard of nightmares’ creatures. However, to label them as a simple curiosity … Continue reading

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The Bolas spider

I am hoping to start a new monthly feature giving some background into my most interesting finds. So without further ado, here’s October’s instalment. Bolas spider During the day they are at rest and fairly unresponsive. Undoubtedly they possess an interesting physiognomy, … Continue reading

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