New Spider Species Discovered
Recently discovered in the Sands of Samar, Israel, is the largest spider of its type in the Middle East. Known as Cerbalus aravensis, due to its relation and residence in the Arava region, the nocturnal species has a rough leg span of nearly 6 inches. The Sands of Samar is considered to be in the process of endangerment, as nearly half of the territory has been reduced to incorporate agricultural and mining sources. Naturally, science requests that preservation of the dune be initiated in order to eliminate the extinction of the associated species, along with others who rely on the land. Hopefully, we will have additional details after research is conducted on this magnificent, and interesting new spider.
National Geographic News (2010). New spider found in giant sand dune in Israel. Retrieved Jan 14, 2010 from http://blogs.nationalgeographic.com/blogs/news/chiefeditor/2010/01/new-spider-found-in-giant-dune.html
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19 Comments
Post a CommentUgggh. At least it wasn't discovered near me. I hate spiders. I know they have their place in the natural world, but I want them to keep as far away from me as possible.
Amazing! Thanks for sharing this.
That's one odd looking spider.
Fascinating!
Terrifying! But neat. ^_^
That is about five inches bigger than any spider really needs to be, but still fascinating creatures
I couldn't get to sleep last night - didn't sleep until past 3am! It's catching up with me now.
Wow! Thanks for a very interesting read Greg.
That is one freaky looking spider. Looks like it has a face of an old man with a mustache. I can't imagine coming across anything like that. Yuck!
Ewww! Thanks for sharing Greg.