Huntsman spider (family Sparassidae) feeding on a young Madagascar day gecko (Phelsuma quadriocellata).

For these hunters, no right-sized target is off-limits—regardless of whether or not it has a backbone.

fence post jumping spider (Marpissa muscosa)

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With eight eyes, two hydraulic legs, and impressive cognitive abilities, this jumping spider has a leg up on even the feistiest prey.

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