Earlier this year, USA Today reported that orb weaver spiders also have another interesting skill: Trapping a firefly and using its glowing bulb to attract even more insects.

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The female golden silk orb weaver looks particularly intimidating, with a gold-colored body sporting lighter yellow spots and lengthy legs that can give it an overall span ranging from 2 to 6 inches.