Spider with spring trap found in Australia

A newly discovered spider species in northern Australia has developed a unique spring-loaded trap to capture a specific type of aggressive ant. The spider, nicknamed "ballista," uses a powerful silk mechanism to launch prey into its web at extreme speeds. Researchers believe this specialized hunting method helps the spider safely handle hazardous ants that can sting and recruit others, with the trap activated solely by the target prey.

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