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The Unexpected Secret Lives of Tarantulas: Friendly Alliances With Amphibians, Reptiles, and Army Ants


Tarantulas interact beneficially with many species, using their hair as a defense against predators. New findings suggest they may also use chemical secretions for protection. An international team of researchers has discovered new insights into the mutually beneficial ecological relationships an

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