The problem with silkworms is that they're single-serving workers—each worm only makes one cocoon. But spiders! Spiders are a renewable silky resource with each one capable of being "milked" of its thread every week. This incredible cape is comprised of the silk from more than a million wild Golden Orb spiders. More »
Spiders are often portrayed as malicious, bloodthirsty creatures looking for anything with a pulse to sink its fangs into—especially us humans. Look no further than movies like Arachnophobia, Arachnid or even Eight Legged Freaks. Even Peter Parker was the victim of a random spider bite. But the truth is, spiders don't really bite. I mean, sure they bite, but only if you really provoke them to do so. More »
