Video: The molting process of the black widow spider

The black widow spider undergoes a 7-fold molting process in life during periods of development when the outer skeleton becomes too cramped.

The black widow spider undergoes a 7-fold molting process in life during periods of development when the outer skeleton becomes too cramped.

The molting process of the black widow spider

According to Iflscience, a network user Rumble named Macropod posted a video of a black widow's molting spider scene. While the males are completely harmless to humans, the venomous black widow's spider contains neurotoxic substances, capable of destroying nerve tissue. However, their bite rarely causes death to a healthy adult.

Update 15 December 2018
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