The 'ballista spider' captures dangerous prey with an ingenious method | ABC NEWS

Dubbed the "ballista spider" after the ancient Roman weapon, this Australian spider really knows how to send its enemies (prey) flying.

Scientists from the Macquarie University recorded the North Queensland spider capturing highly-aggressive green tree ants with a spring-loaded snare made of webbing.

📹 Macquarie University.

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