Tagged With Tarantulas

Photorealistic image of a male and female leopard gecko side-by-side, showcasing their physical differences

How to Determine the Sex of Your Leopard Gecko: A Step-by-Step Guide

14 June 2024

How to tell the sex of a leopard gecko through physical attributes such as length, build, pores, and hemipenal swellings.

Photorealistic stock photo of a ball python slithering across a sandy desert floor, its triangular head tilted as if detecting a distant sound

How Snakes Listen Without Ears: The Science of Snake Hearing

1 June 2024

Snakes do not have external ears, however, they have developed unique ways to sense and react to sound waves through bone conduction.

Large Sulcata tortoise with a tan, domed shell and thick, elephant-like legs standing in a desert environment

Sulcata Tortoise Size: How Large Can These Giants Grow?

31 May 2024

Sulcata tortoises, which are the third largest tortoise species, can reach lengths of over 2.5 feet and weigh between 100 and 200 pounds when kept in captivity.

Vibrant Martinique pink toe tarantula launching itself into the air from a branch

Can Tarantulas Jump? Exploring the Locomotion Constraints of These Mythical Spiders

2 May 2024

Tarantulas can jump, but their jumping ability is limited, with some tree-dwelling species only able to jump a few inches when in danger.

Tarantula on a leafy background with focus on silk strands from spinnerets in dim lighting

Why Do Tarantulas Spin Webs? A Look at Their Silk-Spinning Behaviors

19 February 2024

Tarantulas' use of silk in shelter and threat detection but not in prey capture is consistent with their sensory biology and ability to adapt to different environments.

Tarantula in a desert habitat, raising its front legs in a defensive posture with dry plants in the background

Can Tarantulas Make Noise? The Truth About Spider Sounds

10 February 2024

Tarantulas are known to make noise, but instead of barking, they hiss and stridulate, which means they rub their legs together. They also use vibrations and urticating hairs to protect themselves and attract a mate.