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Pollen feeding in an orb-weaving spider.

R B Smith, T P Mommsen

Science (New York, N.Y.)

|December 14, 1984

Summary

Spiderlings in spring consume aerial plankton like pollen, which boosts their survival and web-spinning frequency. Fungus spores, however, offer little nutrition and may harm young orb-weaving spiders.

Area of Science:

Arachnology
Ecology
Animal Nutrition

Background:

Juvenile orb-weaving spiders emerge in spring when insect prey is limited.
Aerial plankton, including pollen and fungal spores, is abundant during this period.
Microscopic organic matter may be a primary food source for spiderlings.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the dietary role of aerial plankton for juvenile orb-weaving spiders.
To determine the effects of pollen and fungus spores on spiderling survival and behavior.

Main Methods:

Observing juvenile orb-weaving spiders in their natural spring environment.
Analyzing the nutritional content of aerial plankton (pollen, fungus spores).
Comparing the life expectancy and web-spinning behavior of spiderlings fed pollen versus fasting controls.

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Main Results:

Pollen consumption significantly increased spiderling life expectancy, doubling it compared to controls.
Spiderlings fed pollen exhibited altered web-spinning behavior, increasing spinning frequency.
Fungus spores did not provide significant nutritional value and may be detrimental.

Conclusions:

Pollen is a crucial food source for juvenile orb-weaving spiders in spring, enhancing survival and modifying behavior.
Fungus spores are not a viable food source and could negatively impact spiderlings.
Dietary supplementation with aerial plankton, particularly pollen, is vital for young orb-weaver populations during periods of prey scarcity.