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Take an eight-legged walk on the wild side with Spiders Alive! This exciting exhibit dives into the world of spiders, scorpions and their relatives with more than a dozen LIVE species on display. Discover the unique traits and characteristics of this diverse group of animals at this interactive, family-friendly experience!

Spiders and their relatives highlight the ecological importance of these animals that include black widows, orb weavers and scorpions. Large touchable models reveal more about spider anatomy and their differences from insects while rare fossils — including one that’s 100 million years old — display species from the past. Videos showcase a variety of unique animal behaviors, such as a diving bell spider living under water and a southern black widow spinning silk. Separate fact from myth and learn about ancient spiders, conservation, venom and more.

Admission:

• $8 for adults
• $7.50 for Fla. residents, seniors & non-UF college students
• $5.50 for children ages 3-17
• Free for UF students with valid Gator 1 card, Museum members and children 2 and under

High resolution versions of each image with captions are available for download below.

Touchable (and climbable) elements throughout the exhibit make for a unique interactive experience in “Spiders Alive!’” Photo courtesy of Peeling Productions

The theater showcases up-close videos of spiders to highlight unique aspects of their behavior. ©Florida Museum/Jeff Gage

In addition to more than a dozen live species, the exhibit also has larger-than-life models throughout the exhibit to illustrate the finer details of these tiny creatures. ©Florida Museum/Jeff Gage

See more than a dozen live species of spiders and scorpions, including golden orb weavers and the giant vinegarroon. ©Florida Museum/Jeff Gage

The exhibit also has vials of preserved spiders from the American Museum of Natural History and a rare, fossilized spider that’s 100 million years old. ©Florida Museum/Jeff Gage

This model offers a close look at spider anatomy while pictures throughout the exhibit showcase rare and unique arachnid species from all over the world. ©Florida Museum/Jeff Gage

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