Spiders: Arachnids from Around the World

Love them or hate them, spiders are found worldwide on every continent except Antarctica, and have become established in nearly every land habitat. Stunning photography shows close-ups of these remarkable creatures, capturing their intricate webs, unique patterns, and extraordinary adaptations in vivid detail. Examples ranging from the delicate legs of orb-weavers to the vibrant hues of jumping spiders, this book showcases the beauty and complexity of spiders in their natural habitats from around the world. Spiders is a photographic exploration of these world-famous ‘creepy-crawlies’. There are approximately 35,000 known arachnid species around the world; however researchers have estimated that there could be as many as 70,000 in existence.