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Wasp spider spotted in Cheshire for first time; Chester Zoo says species is moving north

Source: Times of India
Category: Science
Region: UK
Published: September 24, 2026 at 10:00

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During a recent biodiversity assessment at Chester Zoo in Cheshire, researchers made an exciting discoveryβ€”'Wendy,' a wasp spider. This is the first time this species has been documented in the area, reflecting shifts in wildlife distribution due to climate change. As southern European habitats become less viable, wasp spiders are migrating northward, revealing the transformative effects of environmental changes on British ecosystems.

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