Arthropod Research Paper

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The arthropod found has been documented as having large, fluffy segments covered in a tough, duct tape-like exoskeleton. It has small, cylindrical fangs and antennae. This is probably to pick up frequencies in the air and to pick up prey, akin to grabbing rice with chopsticks. The legs are tubular, with a respiratory system leading to the ends. This is to jet off of surfaces at great speeds, as witnessed by me. It also secretes an adhesive substance to stick to walls and ceilings. It creates a wispy nest-shaped home to trap unlucky insects that come across the silky

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