Tree spiders: what animals live on trees
Representatives of arachnids differ in preferences in place of residence and lifestyle. Some spiders live in burrows, others in grass, and still others like to coexist with humans. There are even species that live in trees.
Hersiliidae spiders
Hersiliidae.
Hersiliidae are representatives of spiders that live on trees. This family is extensive, more than 160 species. These are small spiders up to 18 mm long with distinctively long legs.
They have a discreet color, camouflage under the tree. On the bark where these spiders live, they are almost invisible. Hersiliids hunt small insects, quickly attack them and wrap them in cobwebs.
Spiders tarantulas
Another representatives of spiders that live on trees - tarantulas. They are common in the tropics and subtropics of South America. A feature of the family is that they are able to live in a colony. Spiders settle on the same tree, where the young are located closer to the roots, and the adults are at the top.
Despite the name, this species of spider only rarely feeds on birds. They prefer small insects and rodents. Large predators catch their prey exclusively with the help of speed and dexterity, without a web.
Tarantulas are often kept at home as pets. Their content requires compliance with a number of requirements.
Representatives of tarantulas
Tarantula spiders are one of the largest and most beautiful among relatives. Most often their color is black-brown, with brown or black hair. They shed regularly and look intimidating. Despite their formidable appearance, they pose a danger.
Conclusion
Tree spiders - living at the foot and directly on the trees. These are tarantulas that are common in tropical forests and are often grown in terrariums, at home.
