Black Widow Spider

Discusses the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and lore of the infamous black widow spider. Includes photo diagram.

Briefly describes the physical characteristics, behavior and habitat of the poisonous black widow spider.

This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the venomous black widow spider. Readers learn how these spiders use venom to kill prey and as a protection against predators. Also explains where they live and what to do when they are encountered.

Black widow spiders may be tiny, but they are powerful. This title introduces readers to black widow spiders and why and how it uses its powerful venom. This title is at a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Sting! Watch out for this venomous spider. Don’t let its small size fool you—this spider is one of the most dangerous in North America. In this book readers will learn about several varieties of black widow spiders, as well as how they got their unique name. Stunning photographs show the black widow’s special features, such as its distinctive red markings.

Describes physical characteristics, the habitat, babies, trapping of food, and defense methods of this member of the cobweb weavers.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the shy but poisonous (female only) black widow spider.

With their notorious red spot and black body, black widow spiders have venom stronger than a rattlesnakeÕs. Ever wonder why ÒwidowÓ is in their name? After mating, females liquefy and eat males! Find out more about black widows in this book for brave, young readers.