The Ant-eating Spider is a tiny, red-and-black theridiid spider that specializes in preying on ants despite the danger involved. It uses silk threads anchored to the ground to trip passing ants, then delivers a rapid, precisely placed venomous bite before the ant can retaliate with its own venom. It is often found living near ant trails.
Habitat
Sandy soil and leaf litter near ant colonies
Diet
Adults: ants captured with silk-tripping technique
How common
Uncommon
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