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How Scorpions Became Earth’s Ultimate Survivors
New ReviewScorpions are a frightening and deadly group of animals. But their venom is one of nature's most unique chemical cocktails. Here’s how scientists are using it for inspiration to design new medicines and pain killers.
PBS
When Giant Scorpions Swarmed the Seas
Sea scorpions thrived for 200 million years, coming in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Over time, they developed a number of adaptations--from crushing claws to flattened tails for swimming. And some of them adapted by getting so big...
SciShow
9 Amazing New Arachnid Species
Whether they’re dancing, hunting, or being a pain in the nose, these new arachnid species will knock all 8 of your socks off.
SciShow
Dinosaurs Had a Bloodsucking Enemy
This week, scientists revealed a sample of amber containing an extinct tick that fed on dinosaurs. Unfortunately, we can't take a blood sample from it and make Jurassic Park a reality, but it can still tell us a lot about how dinosaurs...
SciShow
Horseshoe Crabs Saved My Life
Horseshoe crabs aren't really crabs, but they are super old, super cool, and they deserve your respect. Because they may have already saved your life. SciShow explains!
Bizarre Beasts
Bad News: The Ocean Is Full of Spiders*
New ReviewSea spiders are not actually arachnids, although they certainly look the part. They’re weird guys, and the specifics of their strangeness may actually help us to better understand how all invertebrate groups evolved.
Curated Video
What Is a Tarantula?
Howcast - Learn what a tarantula is from Jungle Bob in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
Tracking tarantulas
Not for the squeamish! An adventure to track down one of the biggest spiders on the planet! Life processes - Variation and classification - Invertebrates Learning Points Arachnids have four pairs of legs and a hard exoskeleton. A Twig...
Wonderscape
Spiders: Unraveling Arachnid Mysteries
Explore the fascinating world of spiders, distinct from insects, as this video explains their unique features. Learn about spiders' arthropod classification, their two-segment body structure, and their simple eyes compared to insects'...
Wonderscape
The Art and Science of Spider Webs: Exploring Arachnid Ingenuity
Discover the world of spiders and their webs, spanning various habitats and featuring nearly 40,000 types worldwide. Learn about their unique silk-spinning abilities to create webs for trapping prey and other uses. Understand spiders'...
Curated Video
Meet Our Arachnids | Tarantula, Scorpion, and New Vinegaroon!
spider warning Arachnids are super interesting animals and even though some people find them not so fun to watch, Jessi wanted to feature Animal Wonders' THREE amazing arachnids! Also, meet the newest animal ambassador, Vinny the...
Curated Video
The Arthropods Complex Animals Insects
The Arthropods Complex Animals Insects video by KLT
Curated Video
I WONDER - How Many Legs Do Arachnids Have?
This video is answering the question of how many legs do arachnids have.
Curated Video
I WONDER - Do Arachnids Lay Eggs?
This video is answering the question of do arachnids lay eggs.
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Shape Are Arachnid Bodies?
This video is answering the question of what shape are arachnid bodies.
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Do Arachnids Eat?
This video is answering the question of what do arachnids eat.
Curated Video
I WONDER - Do Arachnids Have Any Special Features?
This video is answering the question of do arachnids have any special features.
Curated Video
I WONDER - Is A Spider An Insect?
This video is answering the question of is a spider an insect.
Brave Wilderness
Acid Spraying Vinegaroon!
On this episode of Breaking Trail, Coyote has to watch his eyes because the creepy alien-like arachnid he stumbles upon is well known to spray acid into the face of its predators! Yes that's right, this creature sprays ACID! Aptly...
Language Tree
Collaborative Listening and Speaking: Analyzing Language Choices, Part 2
This video for beginner English learners covers choosing language or words to provide more detail and better understanding of the situation when speaking or writing.
Curated Video
Spiders: Adaptations, Behaviors, and Life Cycle
This video provides a fascinating overview of spiders, highlighting their diverse habitats, predatory nature, unique characteristics such as silk weaving and venomous abilities, and their reproductive behaviors. It explores the different...
Brave Wilderness
WILL IT BITE?! - BIG CREEPY SPIDER!
On this episode of Breaking Trail, Coyote Peterson free handles one BIG CREEPY SPIDER! The Golden Silk Orb Weaver is one of the most creepy yet colorful spiders in the world! Boasting long black and yellow fur covered legs, these large...