Although spiders have inhabited myths and homes for millennia, they remain little-known and victims of their bad reputation. And yet, from their social habits to their intelligence, their incredible abilities weave a remarkable portrait of ingenuity. With three-dimensional webs spanning several meters and silk threads enabling them to fly, they leave their mark on the landscape. Tolerance and cooperation are also part of their vocabulary. In contrast to their solitary image, young spiders grow up together, under their mother’s protection. As adults, some species even hunt in groups.
Raphaël Jeanson takes a fresh look at spiders, shaking up preconceived ideas and ancestral fears associated with them. At a time when many species are threatened with extinction by human activities, it’s time to start admiring them!