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fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Do parents pass their phobias on to their children - and can this be unlearned?

Niamh O'Reilly emphasizes the importance of addressing children's fear of spiders and bugs, suggesting parents reflect on their own phobias as they might influence their children.
Parenting
fromKqed
6 months ago

See 4 of the Deadliest Tiny Hunters We've Ever Filmed | KQED

Turret spiders use camouflage and vibration-based hunting methods to ambush prey from their silk-lined lairs.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Eight legs is too many legs!': Why spiders have reigned supreme in horror films for 70 years

H.G. Wells' 1903 story 'The Valley of Spiders' reflects various themes, including persecution, femininity, and colonialism, all through its haunting portrayal of arachnids.
Independent films
fromKqed
2 months ago

These Spiders Hook Up With Enormous Jaws | KQED

Spiders use silk-coated pheromones for attracting mates, making their courtship interconnected with survival.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

How To Find Minecraft String

Killing spiders is the easiest way to get your hands on a lot of string quickly. They're noisy, so you'll know their location easily.
Cooking
fromNature
3 months ago

Daily briefing: COVID booster jabs given in the same arm as the original work faster

A small study indicated that receiving the COVID-19 booster in the same arm as the first dose resulted in a faster and more effective immune response.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Everyone in the City Needs Soundproofing, Even Spiders

New research shows that some spiders living in cities weave soundproofing designs into their webs to manage unwanted noise, aiding in prey detection.
OMG science
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fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago
OMG science

An Arachnophobe Pays Homage to the Spider

The vast number of spiders in our homes challenges us to reconsider our perceptions towards them.
more#fear
OMG science
fromFuturism
5 months ago

Scientists Discover "Zombie" Fungus That Seizes Control of Spiders, Suggest It Be Used for Human Medicine

A novel fungus infects spiders, causing zombie-like behavior and fascinating potential medical applications.
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
9 months ago

BBC scientist confirms tarantulas inhabit parts of UK during spider season

The UK is home to the purseweb spider, its only native tarantula, which poses little threat to humans.
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