The spider’s agility and precision are mind-boggling. This throw-net technique is so unique that scientists have been studying it to understand the biomechanics and applications in robotics.
What’s even cooler? It casts this net over its prey like a fisherman throws a net into the sea.
Instead, it creates a small, rectangular net that it holds between its front legs. The Ogre-faced spider doesn’t spin a web and wait for prey like most spiders. If the night vision wasn’t impressive enough, wait until you hear about their hunting techniques. But, hey, they’re more interested in hunting insects than looking at you! Related: 13 Goliath Birdeater Facts: The Spider That Defies Expectation 2. If you’ve ever been creeped out by the thought of spiders watching you in the dark, well, this fact might give you more reason to feel uneasy. Researchers have compared its vision to the sensitivity of nocturnal mammals and birds, which is quite a feat for such a small creature. Intriguingly, the eyes contain a layer of reflective crystals that maximize the available light. The eyes are so effective that they can catch the smallest prey even in pitch-black conditions. This nocturnal minibeast has large, forward-facing eyes that help it see in the dark as if it was day. Ever thought about what it’s like to see in almost complete darkness? Well, the Ogre-faced spider doesn’t have to wonder-it’s got one of the best night visions among all spiders.