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Arachnid

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Key Stage 1

Meaning

An arachnid is a spider or a scorpion.

Key Stage 2

Meaning

Arachnids are a type of invertebrate animal with 8 jointed legs.

About Arachnids

Spiders and Scorpions are arachnids.

Examples

Spiders are arachnids which make a web to catch prey. Scorpions are arachnids which have a stinging tail.