Slingshot spiders rely on good vibrations to catch supper
Briefly

Han explains that the tiny ray spider can sense the vibrations of insect wings to launch its web, demonstrating an active strategy to capture prey rather than passively waiting for it to ensnare itself.
According to Han, the ray spider's unique method involves turning its web into a cone shape and using it like a slingshot to effectively snag airborne insects without them even making contact with the web.
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