This newfound tarantula is the first known to make its home in bamboo
Nicknamed ‘bambootula,’ the spider was discovered by a YouTuber in northern Thailand
A new tarantula species’ preference for making its home in bamboo stems has earned it the nickname “bambootula.” Within the stems, the spiders (one shown left) weave silk retreat tubes (one shown right) that helps them easily move around.
JoCho Sippawat