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Li learned that the spider was called a Chinese Hourglass Spider. The species was feared to be extinct having only been seen five times since the year 2000. It was first recorded as having been discovered during the 5th century BC. The flat disc at the end of its abdomen distinguishes the spider from other species.

By Ted