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A cheerful discovery: Scientists find a new 'happy-face' spider in the Himalayas
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Researchers have discovered a new species of spider in the Himalayas that shares the iconic smile-like markings of Hawaii's famous happy-face spider. DNA testing reveals this delightful trait evolved independently in both distant regions, opening up exciting new avenues for understanding how these unique creatures adapt to their environments.
Researchers have discovered a new species of spider in the Himalayas that shares the iconic smile-like markings of Hawaii’s famous happy-face spider. DNA testing reveals this delightful trait evolved independently in both distant regions, opening up exciting new avenues for understanding how these unique creatures adapt to their environments.