Ancient fossils are rewriting the story of spider evolution. New research suggests spiders' ancestors may have thrived in the ocean before adapting to life on land.
Scientists recently analyzed exceptionally well-preserved fossils, revealing features indicating an aquatic lifestyle. This challenges previous theories about how spiders evolved. The findings suggest that early arachnids—the group that includes spiders—may have originated in the sea.
These discoveries offer a glimpse into a surprising past, hinting that spiders' lineage swam long before they crawled. Further study of these fossils could unlock more secrets about the origins of these fascinating creatures.
