Episode 439 – Ballista Spider: Yoink

“…and today we’re talking about a brand new arachnid, just released in the latest update. But more on that later.”

Going after prey that’s larger than you can be dangerous… now, when that prey also has thousands of friends nearby, it’s truly a fools gambit… But what if you could yoink a single soldier away from her platoon at blistering speeds? Then you’d have a much easier time in Life Death and Taxonomy.

Episode 138 – Crab Spider: A Fantastic Floral Friend

“And today we’re talking about a spider that sat down beside a pretty flower, expertly showcasing a poetic light and dark juxtaposition. But more on that later.”

When your relatives have found a tried and true method of success, it may be hard to strike out on your own path in order to innovate. But innovation may lead to new interesting ways to achieve your goals. The crab spider does just that. They put on a colorful coat and venture off the beaten web. But this little arachnid faces challenges and vulnerabilities that her spider kin never encountered. Such is the nature of Life, Death, and Taxonomy.