pókháló

Pókháló is the Hungarian word for spiderweb. A spiderweb, or cobweb, is a structure built by spiders from silk spun by their spinnerets. These webs are primarily used by spiders to catch prey, but also serve as a home for the spider and a place to lay eggs. The sticky threads of a web ensnare insects and other small creatures, which the spider then immobilizes with venom before consuming.

Spiderwebs vary greatly in design depending on the species of spider. Some are intricate, circular orb webs, while others are irregular, tangled masses. The strength and stickiness of the silk are crucial to the web's effectiveness. Different types of silk are produced by spiders, including sticky capture silk and non-sticky dragline silk.

The construction of a web is a remarkable feat of engineering. Many spiders begin by creating a non-sticky bridge line across a gap. They then build a frame and radial lines, eventually adding the spiral capture threads. The process can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours.

While often associated with dust and neglect, spiderwebs are fascinating natural structures. They are a testament to the diverse adaptations found in the animal kingdom and play a role in controlling insect populations. The term "pókháló" in Hungarian directly translates to this intricate and often ephemeral creation.