All you need to know about these cooperative web builders
How many social spider species are found in the world?
There are 25 species of social spiders in the world.
How big is a social spider's web?
The webs of social spiders may reach several metres across.
Where do social spiders make their colonies?
Social spiders form colonies in trees and bushes in shaded areas.
About the Authors
Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny
Femi is a PhD student at University College London (UCL), working on the ecology and behavior of Asian giant hornets. Passionate about insects, especially wasps, she loves fieldwork in underexplored places, studying how insects interact with their environment and discovering new species while at it!
