Posted 30 Sep 2010

Gap year travellers heading to Madagascar could come across some of the world's biggest spider webs.

Scientists have just discovered some of the largest and strongest webs ever spun on the island, made by a newly identified species.

The impressive structures, created by the Darwin's bark spider were found spanning a Madagascan river and measured 82 feet in width.

Despite their size, the webs are used mainly to catch small prey such as mayflies and dragonflies, the experts claimed.

The species is unique to Madagascar, so travellers hoping to spot one should book their trip to the island now.

Madagascar is a haven for wildlife and there are many fascinating creatures to be found.

Its lemurs are perhaps is most famous residents and are also unique to the island. Indeed, Madagascar is the only place in the world where lemurs exist in the wild, with numerous species calling it their home.
 

Category: Africa