Mirage Spider

A demonic insect that inhabits the canyons, caves, and denser vegetation of the Demon Realm.

Basic Information

Anatomy

A large arachnid with a boxy, crystalline body.

Biological Traits

Mirage Spiders are able to blend into their environment using specialized chromatophores in their carapace. 
Female mirage spiders tend to be a foot larger than their male counterparts

Genetics and Reproduction

Mirage Spiders reproduce via egg-laying, laying upwards of a hundred eggs at a time every ten years.

Growth Rate & Stages

Young mirage spiders lack the crystalline carapace they will develop later in life - many perish while remaining near the cave or undergrowth they were born in. After five years, they fully develop their carapace and leave to find a place to hunt.

Ecology and Habitats

Mirage Spiders prefer dark, sheltered areas. They are ambush predators - waiting for prey to pass in front of them before leaping out to paralyze it with venomous fangs.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Mirage Spiders eat smaller insects and mammals, but won't hesitate to attack something around their own size. They tend to avoid larger predators unless necessary.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Mirage spider carapaces are used to create stealth armor - it is weaker than metal equivalents, but maintains its camouflaging ability

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Mirage Spiders have infrared vision and hairs on their legs sensitive to movement.

Lifespan

30 years

Average Height

3-4ft

Average Length

4-5ft