The Tarantula Nebula is more than 1,000 light-years in diameter, a giant star forming region within our neighboring galaxy the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC). (nasa.gov)
The Tarantula Nebula is the largest known stellar nursery, and on its outskirts sits a stellar laboratory that's helping astronomers investigate the origins of massive stars. (astronomy.com)
The region LHA 120-N 150 (seen here) sits on the outer edge of the gigantic Tarantula Nebula, the largest known star-forming region and home to many young, exceptionally massive stars. (astronomy.com)
The Hubble Space Telescope captured this detailed shot of a glowing cosmic cloud, LHA 120-N 150, at the edge of the Tarantula Nebula. (astronomy.com)
The Tarantula Nebula is known for pumping out hefty stars. (astronomy.com)
Fortunately, due to the lack of cosmic dust blocking the Tarantula Nebula and LHA 120-N 150, astronomers can more easily probe the very early lives of the massive stars within. (astronomy.com)
This first light image of the TRAPPIST-South national telescope at La Silla shows the Tarantula Nebula, located in the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC) - one of the galaxies closest to us. (eso.org)
Also known as 30 Doradus or NGC 2070, the nebula owes its name to the arrangement of bright patches that somewhat resembles the legs of a tarantula. (eso.org)
This zoom sequence starts with a broad panorama of one of our neighbouring galaxies, the Large Magellanic Cloud, and we gradually close in on the Tarantula Nebula, a very active star-forming region. (eso.org)
First we see a detailed visible light image obtained with Wide Field Imager on the MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope at ESO's La Silla Observatory in Chile and the sequence ends with a new near-infrared VISTA image of the region around the Tarantula Nebula that was obtained as part of the VISTA Magellanic Cloud Survey. (eso.org)
The specific region shown, 30 Doradus, is also known as the Tarantula Nebula. (eso.org)
Spider10
This article describes the effects of a tarantula spider bite or contact with tarantula hairs. (medlineplus.gov)
DO NOT use it to treat or manage a tarantula spider bite. (medlineplus.gov)
Death from a tarantula spider bite in a healthy person is rare. (medlineplus.gov)
If we find that other spiders in addition to these tarantulas have the ability to secrete silk from their feet, this could represent a major change in our evolutionary hypothesis regarding spider silk," Summers said. (mongabay.com)
Officials said that two German traffickers were found with 232 tarantula spiders, nine spider eggs and a scorpion with seven of its young, as well as 67 cockroaches. (smh.com.au)
It is a confrontation set of Cybertron special combatant 'Dinobot' who transforms into a dinosaur, and the Destron's ninja soldier 'Tarantulas' who transforms into a spider. (bigbadtoystore.com)
2. Based on nothing other than anecdotal experience, I think we can say the majority of tarantula keepers, hobbyists, arachnologists and breeders have also at some time held a tarantula spider as well. (thebts.co.uk)
8. Our position (with one exception) therefore is purely an advisory one: namely, "we do not recommend the handling of tarantulas, however if it is to be done for terrarium maintenance, demonstration or veterinary inspection purposes, we strongly recommend this is done in a way that does not endanger the spider or the handler. (thebts.co.uk)
The video from Great Big Story introduces us to the gooty sapphire tarantula, a spider that is covered in tiny, bright blue hairs. (gbtribune.com)
Toxin5
The conservation of tarantula toxin receptors among voltage-activated ion channels will also be discussed. (nih.gov)
The structural basis for tarantula-toxin action remains elusive because of the difficulty of capturing the functionally relevant form of the toxin-channel complex. (nih.gov)
This mutant chimera enabled us to determine the cryoelectron microscopy (cryo-EM) structure of the channel functionally arrested by tarantula toxin. (nih.gov)
Structural insights into the mechanism of activation of the TRPV1 channel by a membrane-bound tarantula toxin. (nih.gov)
NIH-funded investigators recently discovered a toxin, isolated from a type of tarantula, which acts on a specific type of sodium ion channel and used the toxin to identify an unexpected role for that sodium channel in pain signaling. (nih.gov)
Related tarantula toxins1
Hanatoxin and a growing number of related tarantula toxins have been shown to inhibit activation of voltage-activated potassium (K(v)) channels by interacting with their voltage-sensing domains. (nih.gov)
Lycosa tarantula1
Your search for LYCOSA TARANTULA did not return any results. (nih.gov)
Toxins5
Summary: Researchers discover two toxins isolated from tarantula venom that may be able to help block pain. (neurosciencenews.com)
Toxins extracted from ornamental baboon tarantula may be used as tools to study disorders ranging from irritable bowel syndrome to epilepsy. (neurosciencenews.com)
A research team led by UC San Francisco scientists has discovered molecules that may help researchers do just that: two toxins isolated from the venom of Heteroscodra maculata , a West African tarantula the size of your hand (commonly referred to as the "ornamental baboon" or "Togo starburst" tarantula). (neurosciencenews.com)
Voltage-gated sodium channels initiate electrical signals and are frequently targeted by deadly gating-modifier neurotoxins, including tarantula toxins, which trap the voltage sensor in its resting state. (nih.gov)
9. Effects and mechanism of Chinese tarantula toxins on the Kv2.1 potassium channels. (nih.gov)
Spiders4
Researchers have found for the first time that tarantulas can produce silk from their feet as well as their spinnerets, a discovery with profound implications for why spiders began to spin silk in the first place. (mongabay.com)
LEWIS: LePage's reaction to the big, hairy spiders isn't uncommon, so maybe it's a little strange for the small city of La Junta to aim for the title tarantula capital of the world. (wmfe.org)
LEWIS: These spiders are the most abundant tarantula species in the United States, with a range from New Mexico to Louisiana. (wmfe.org)
Registration is free, and dedicated forums exist for the discussion of Tarantulas, True Spiders, Centipedes & Scorpions. (arachnoboards.com)
Venom3
The authors conclude, "Atrial fibrillation potentiated by dilatation in rabbit heart can be inhibited by blocking stretch-activated ion channels with a specific peptide from tarantula venom. (medscape.com)
Cite this: Tarantula venom may inhibit atrial fibrillation - Medscape - Jan 18, 2001. (medscape.com)
The venom of tarantulas found in the United States is not considered dangerous, but it may cause allergic reactions . (medlineplus.gov)
Hong Kong2
In May, officers saw irregularities in a small package from Hong Kong and found a male tarantula hidden inside a plastic container. (castanet.net)
It turns out the species of tarantula, which is native to Hong Kong, did not require permits to import into Canada. (castanet.net)
Hairs4
The red eye revisited: ophthalmia nodosa due to tarantula hairs. (medscape.com)
Sheth HG, Pacheco P, Sallam A, Lightman S. Pole to pole intraocular transit of tarantula hairs-an intriguing cause of red eye. (medscape.com)
Slit-lamp photograph showing 2 central infiltrates caused by urticating tarantula hairs (arrows). (medscape.com)
20201
A coalition of opposition parties dubbed 'toads and tarantulas' on Thursday announced 24 joint Senate candidacies with alliances in as many provinces leading to the May 2020 elections. (dominicantoday.com)
Species1
But unfortunately, this species of tarantula is classified as critically endangered. (gbtribune.com)
Newly2
Here is the newly cast outside of "Steptoe" , my pet roseback tarantula. (deviantart.com)
The newly discovered tarantula peptides allowed the researchers to isolate A-delta fibers in mice, and show that they also appear to play a role in touch hypersensitivity - when normally innocuous light touch causes discomfort - a type of pain common to diseases like shingles and many chronic pain syndromes. (neurosciencenews.com)
Bite1
If a tarantula bites you, you may have pain at the site of the bite similar to a bee sting. (medlineplus.gov)
Search1
However, they are seen most often in the fall, when 8- to 10-year-old male tarantulas leave their burrows to search for a mate. (fox40.com)
20212
More than 11,000 specimens have been seized during 2021 so far, officials said, but the tarantula haul was the largest uncovered in the country in three years. (smh.com.au)
Mildef unveiled the Tarantula 4x4 high mobility armoured vehicle in February 2021. (army-technology.com)
Arachnids1
To encourage Safety in the keeping of all arachnids, including the policy of not handling tarantulas. (thebts.co.uk)
Radiation1
Within the Tarantula (NGC 2070), intense radiation, stellar winds and supernova shocks from the central young cluster of massive stars, cataloged as R136 , energize the nebular glow and shape the spidery filaments. (nasa.gov)
Symptoms1
Below are the main rubriks (i.e strongest indications or symptoms) of Tarentula Hispanica in traditional homeopathic usage , not approved by the FDA. (abchomeopathy.com)
Celebrate1
The Bull City Burger and Brewery in Durham, North Carolina is serving up a tarantula burger to celebrate the restaurant's "Exotic Meat Month. (insider.com)
Researchers1
The researchers placed tarantulas on a vertical glass surface. (mongabay.com)
Found2
Tarantulas are found across the southern and southwestern regions of the United States. (medlineplus.gov)
The team found that the tarantulas secrete silk from spigots on their legs, allowing them to better cling to surfaces. (mongabay.com)
Exotic1
These beautiful, exotic blue tarantulas are losing their home to deforestation. (gbtribune.com)
Find1
CBSA officers were able to find and rescue these two tarantulas from inhumane shipping methods. (castanet.net)
Snakes1
The only problem in this otherwise life-changing plan were my four beautiful pet snakes and an assortment of random tarantulas. (foxnomad.com)
Shows1
No more tarantula shows, probably no more BTS and possibly, if legislation is passed to classify tarantulas as DWA 1976 animals, an end to the hobby in this country. (thebts.co.uk)
Time2
item_title" : "Tarantula", "item_author" : [" Bob Dylan "], "item_description" : "WINNER OF THE NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATURE Music legend Bob Dylan's only work of fiction--a combination of stream of consciousness prose, lyrics, and poetry that gives fans insight into one of the most influential singer-songwriters of our time. (booksamillion.com)
1. The BTS committee, have all at one time or another, picked up a tarantula (I will allow time for you all to reel from the shock, get a strong cup of tea and now continue). (thebts.co.uk)
Size2
We haven't had a shipment of tarantulas this size since 2018 (and) the largest we have had this year was shark fins," Bogota's environment secretary, Carolina Urrutia, said in a statement. (smh.com.au)
A two-tone brown tarantula about the size of an adult's fist crawls through the scrubby plants. (wmfe.org)
Live3
An article in Science magazine in 2019 reported that the EU had become the primary market for illegally traded tarantulas , which are popular with collectors as they can live up to 30 years. (smh.com.au)
The Canada Border Services Agency says officers discovered two live tarantulas hidden inside plastic containers at the Edmonton International Airport earlier this year. (castanet.net)
As the video explains, gooty sapphire tarantulas only live in one place a place that is currently being harvested for firewood. (gbtribune.com)
Folks2
I know this will creep some folks out, but I think the way a tarantula sheds its skin is magnificent. (deviantart.com)
And while the folks in La Junta want visitors to love their tarantulas, they tell festivalgoers to take a picture home, not a tarantula. (wmfe.org)
Creatures1
LEWIS: LePage is here with one of the festival's Tarantula Trek bus tours to see the creatures in the wild and learn more about them. (wmfe.org)
On Saturday afternoon, a couple was driving on California State Route 190 when they suddenly hit the brakes to avoid hitting a tarantula crossing the road. (fox40.com)
LEWIS: But Denahy says hundreds of people from all over Colorado and even out of state are turning out for the second-annual tarantula celebration. (wmfe.org)
Visit1
The video description says that this particular tarantula is at the Dallas Zoo, but if you visit, be sure to keep your distance. (gbtribune.com)
Death Valley1
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS ) - A tarantula crossing the highway in Death Valley National Park caused a crash that sent a motorcyclist to the hospital, according to the National Park Service. (fox40.com)
Long3
Tarantulas spend most of their long lives in underground burrows. (fox40.com)
The Mildef Tarantula 4×4 measures 5.6m long and 2.5m wide. (army-technology.com)
These are my own tips garnered from traveling with three ball pythons measuring up to four and a half feet long, a milk snake called Kermit, and ten different tarantulas. (foxnomad.com)
Collection1
Written in 1966, Tarantula is a collection of poems and prose that evokes the turbulence of the times in which it was written, and gives a unique insight into Dylan's creative evolution. (booksamillion.com)
Focus2
The Tarantula, with its focus on comfort, is easy to use and easy to get on and off in a flash. (appalachianoutfitters.com)
The "lucky" eater selected gets not only the tarantula burger but a side of dirty fries for $30. (insider.com)
Made2
Adam Summers, a UC Irvine assistant professor of ecology and evolutionary biology, was among the team of scientists who made the discovery using zebra tarantulas from Costa Rica. (mongabay.com)
The tarantula burger is made of beef, topped with gruyere cheese, spicy chili sauce, and an oven-roasted tarantula. (insider.com)
Season3
The Tarantulas played one season and then folded. (wikipedia.org)
The Tarantulas went 16-39-0-2-3 (W-L-T-OTL-SOL) in their only season and then folded in 2005. (wikipedia.org)
It is tarantula mating season in the Colorado plains, and the small city of La Junta capitalizes on their season of romance with a tarantula festival. (wmfe.org)
Forums1
I think of all the "political" issues that get kicked around the internet tarantula forums, including the BTS forum, nothing is as contentious, divisive or controversial as the handling of tarantulas and that the "BTS ban it. (thebts.co.uk)