The babies are green lynx spiders, Peucetia viridians, one of our largest native species.An adult can spit venom up to 8 times its body length. While not poisonous, it is reported that the spray ...

The green lynx spider can spit venom nearly 8 inches, but it isn't dangerous to humans. Learn more facts about this interesting arachnid.

Some species of spider, such as the green lynx spider, die protecting their young. It's an amazing act of devotion for a creature so small, and simultaneously vicious. Skip to Article.

Spitting Spider: These spiders spit a mixture of silk and venom to immobilize prey from a distance. Harvester Ants: Certain species spray formic acid from their abdomens as a defense mechanism.