The terrifying PELICAN spiders: Strange looking arachnid 'assassins' that have a striking resemblance to the bird are found in Madagascar

Strange spiders that stalk their prey at night like arachnid assassins are more widespread than previously thought, a new study has found.

Experts have identified 18 new species of pelican spiders, named for their resemblance to the beaked birds, on the tropical island of Madagascar.

The terrifying looking creatures, once thought to be extinct, are remarkably similar in appearance to their ancient ancestors found preserved in amber.

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