Static Electricity: The Secret of Spider Webs
Spider webs can bend toward prey, according to a new study. The silk strands can be attracted by the electrostatic charge of flying insects, potentially aiding spiders in catching a meal.
Spider webs can bend toward prey, according to a new study from U C Berkeley. The electrostatic charge of flying insects attracts the silk strands of the web, potentially aiding spiders to catch a meal. Erin Weeks reports.