In fact, this newly discovered species, which scientists are calling the ballista spider, hunts green tree ants exclusively ...

Researchers have identified a remarkable new arachnid species in Northern Australia, nicknamed "Ballista," that uses extreme biomechanical engineering to hunt dangerous prey.

Lead researcher Professor Ajay Narendra said the trap may even be chemically baited.

Researchers have documented a newly recognised spider that uses a spring-powered silk snare to catch the aggressive green tree ant Oecophylla smaragdina. The ant bites what looks like a small silk ...