Spider walk in Hexham reveals the hidden lives of local arachnids
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Spider walk in Hexham reveals the hidden lives of local arachnids

1 hour ago · Originally published 9 Nov 2026 7/10 Original headline: Country diary: Teasing out spiders with a tuning fork | Susie White
Expert Fran Garcia led a group in Northumberland to observe local spider species, using a tuning fork to demonstrate how they detect vibrations in their webs. The session provided a rare look at the anatomy and behaviour of creatures like the laceweb spider, helping participants better understand the role these arachnids play in the local ecosystem.
Source: Guardian Env Northumberland
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