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NOVA•Season 6•Episode 12

Life on a Silken Thread

8.8/10 · 11 votesOct 9, 197955 min

Ranked #1 of 3 in Season 6•+0.7 vs season avg

Sinister, sometimes even deadly, spiders have little popular appeal; yet their silken webs are among nature's loveliest creations. NOVA takes a close-look in slow motion, as spiders reveal a delicate grace and beauty, and an amazing array of lifestyles.

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Episode Summary

"Life on a Silken Thread" is episode 12 of NOVA season 6. It scored 8.8/10 from 11 votes, ranking #1 of 3 episodes this season (season average 8.1). It aired on October 9, 1979.

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