* Insects: This is the most common food source for spiders. They prey on flies, moths, beetles, ants, and other insects.
* Other Arachnids: Some spiders, like the wolf spider, will even eat other spiders.
* Small Vertebrates: Larger spiders can sometimes catch and eat small vertebrates like lizards, frogs, and even small birds.
* Other Prey: Depending on the species, spiders may also eat worms, snails, and even other invertebrates.
Spiders use a variety of methods to catch their prey, including:
* Webs: Many spiders build webs to trap their prey.
* Ambush: Some spiders hide and wait for their prey to come close before attacking.
* Pouncing: Other spiders chase down their prey and jump on them.
Once they catch their prey, spiders use their fangs to inject venom, which paralyzes and liquefies the prey's insides. They then suck up the liquid meal.