Wafer-lid trapdoor spiders
Scientific name: Euctenizidae
Wafer-lid trapdoor spiders
Scientific name: Euctenizidae
Description
While they might conjure up images of menacing creatures lurking behind elaborate doors, Euctenizidae are actually shy and elusive. Their burrows are marvels of natural engineering, complete with a hinged 'door' made from silk and camouflaged with debris and soil, allowing them to ambush unsuspecting prey effectively. Dispelling myths, the Euctenizidae are harmless to humans, focusing their efforts on capturing small invertebrates.