Cobweb-Spider's web

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The intricate network of threads spun by spiders to catch prey is known as a spider's web. This marvel of engineering has fascinated humans for centuries, with its delicate patterns and sticky texture. A spider's web is made up of different types of silk produced by the spider's spinnerets. The silk is extruded from the spinnerets in thin strands that are then manipulated by the spider to form a complex pattern. The threads are incredibly strong, yet lightweight, allowing them to withstand even the strongest winds. Spiders use their webs to catch prey, which they detect using specialized sensors called setae. When an insect lands on the web, it gets caught in the sticky silk and becomes trapped. The spider then injects its prey with digestive enzymes before consuming it whole. Interestingly, not all spiders spin webs. Some species use other methods, such as active hunting or even stealing food from other spiders' webs. However, for those that do spin webs, they are incredibly skilled at it, often rebuilding and repairing their webs multiple times a day to ensure optimal effectiveness.