A newly discovered fossilized giant trapdoor spider in New South Wales is captivating both scientists and the public. This remarkable discovery, detailed in a recent study published in the Zoological ...

A peer-reviewed study published in the Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society has documented the discovery of an exceptionally well-preserved fossil of a giant trapdoor spider in New South Wales, ...

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A prehistoric spider that disguises itself as an ant has been discovered trapped in fossilized resin. Get any of our free email newsletters — news headlines, sports, arts & entertainment, state ...