Do all spiders have 8 legs?

Do all spiders have 8 legs?

Myth: You can always tell a spider because it has eight legs. Fact: Not exactly. Scorpions, harvestmen, ticks, and in fact all arachnids—not just spiders—have four pairs of legs (see illustrations). Insects have three pairs.

Are spiders intelligent?

Originally Answered: How intelligent is a spider? Many spiders can learn from experience and by watching other spiders, and also calculate how to solve problems. Jumping spiders are very intelligent for their size. They have excellent 3D vision in full colour, good hearing and sense of touch and smell.

Do spiders show affection?

While not usually considered paragons of tender, familial love, some spiders do have a touchy-feely side. ? Scientists have discovered two arachnids that caress their young and snuggle together.

Can spiders recognize their owners?

Spiders cannot hear voices or sound the same way humans do. They do not have ears in the traditional sense, which means that they cannot recognize their owner's voice. However, what they do feel instead is the vibrations created by sound through the use of the hairs that are distributed all over their bodies.

Can spiders be tamed?

Answer: These spiders can live for up to 25 years and can be domesticated into affectionate pets. Owners say they are generally docile and do well when taken to school and group demonstrations.

How long can a spider live in a jar?

6 months

What's the lifespan of a tarantula?

Goliath birdeater: 15 – 25 years