Trap-Door Spider

This trap-door spider emerges from its burrow through a doorway surrounded by leaves. Trap-door spiders are various species of large tropical spiders that live in self-constructed underground lairs with carefully hidden entrances. These spiders come out of their homes to eat ants and insects, and are harmless to humans.

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Trap-Door Spider," Microsoft® Encarta® 96 Encyclopedia. © 1993-1995 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved


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