Starving Cannibalistic Spiders: Sibling Tolerance and Survival Strategies
Cannibalism is a survival strategy observed in many species, but labyrinth spiders (Agelena labyrinthica) exhibit a fascinating twist. Despite their cannibalistic tendencies, these spiders avoid attacking their living siblings, even when starving. However, once a sibling dies, its body becomes a viable food source. Recent studies shed light on the mechanisms behind this behavior and ...
