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The Silk Spinners
Episode 3 of 5
David Attenborough investigates the power of silk, the secret weapon of the undergrowth, and looks at its many uses in the insect world.
David Attenborough looks at silk, the secret weapon of the undergrowth, with many insects using it in an amazing variety of ways. Spiders are the ultimate silk spinners though, catching their prey by throwing silken nets and 'bungee jumping' on ropes of silk. Wolf spiders spin delicate capsules to carry their eggs, male spiders strum desperate serenades, and baby spiders float up into the air on strands of silk.
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Wed 26 Nov 2014
13:10
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | David Attenborough |
| Series Producer | Mike Salisbury |
| Producer | Bridget Appleby |
Broadcasts
Wed 7 Dec 2005 21:00
Tue 17 Jan 2006 19:00- Thu 23 Feb 2006 01:35
- Thu 9 May 2013 16:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two except East, Northern Ireland (Analogue), Wales (Analogue) & Yorkshire
- Wed 26 Nov 2014 13:10Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two England, Wales, Northern Ireland & HD only