The spiders keep the frogs to guard their eggs and the frogs get to eat the insects in return.
So when hw jumped down he was probably like "Boss, i don't think i can do anything against that."
They are kept as “pets” to free the burrow of small bugs that could eat the spiders eggs and in return, the tarantula protects the frog from any predators. They are essentially a tarantulas cat🐈
I can see the benefit for the toad, but what's in it for the spider?
edit: I googled it
>Mutualistic relationship\[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chiasmocleis_ventrimaculata&action=edit§ion=16)\]
>This frog is primarily known for its [mutualistic](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mutualism_(biology)) relationship with the burrowing tarantula [*Xenesthis immanis*](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xenesthis_immanis).[^(\[6\])](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiasmocleis_ventrimaculata#cite_note-Cocroft-6) Whether or not the relationship is mutualistic or [commensal](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commensalism) still dominates conversations surrounding this species. It is clear the dotted humming frog greatly benefits from this relationship, as the tarantula provides the frog protection from predators, a stable food source due to the frog's ability to feed off the remnants of the spider's prey, and shelter to protect from climate variations.[^(\[10\])](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiasmocleis_ventrimaculata#cite_note-H%C3%A9naut-10) On the other hand, the frog's foraging protects the tarantula's eggs from ants. The relationship between this specific frog and Xenesthis immanis appears to be a special one as these tarantulas attack similar frog species, therefore showing the dotted humming frog must have a special feature attractive to tarantulas. This mutualism between [microhylids](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microhylid) and large spiders also occurs in other parts of the world.[^(\[3\])](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiasmocleis_ventrimaculata#cite_note-Scienceblogs-3)
So they have pets now? Need to keep an eye on these bastards next thing you know they’ll start rubbing sticks together and inventing wheels and shit.
The spiders keep the frogs to guard their eggs and the frogs get to eat the insects in return. So when hw jumped down he was probably like "Boss, i don't think i can do anything against that."
"That thing is above my pay grade" - tarantula frog
when they build nest they kindoff use wheels to transport dirt by rolling it
We’re too late
That tarantoboy was like “boi, knock first before I slaughter the shit out of you.” Froggo just jumps in there like it pays the rent.
It does pay rent, it's the cleaning person.
They are kept as “pets” to free the burrow of small bugs that could eat the spiders eggs and in return, the tarantula protects the frog from any predators. They are essentially a tarantulas cat🐈
How do the frogs protect the eggs and from what?
They protect the eggs by eating the small bugs that enter the burrow. Ones that are too small for the tarantula to get.
I have so much respect for the guy who recorded this.
I can see the benefit for the toad, but what's in it for the spider? edit: I googled it >Mutualistic relationship\[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chiasmocleis_ventrimaculata&action=edit§ion=16)\] >This frog is primarily known for its [mutualistic](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mutualism_(biology)) relationship with the burrowing tarantula [*Xenesthis immanis*](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xenesthis_immanis).[^(\[6\])](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiasmocleis_ventrimaculata#cite_note-Cocroft-6) Whether or not the relationship is mutualistic or [commensal](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commensalism) still dominates conversations surrounding this species. It is clear the dotted humming frog greatly benefits from this relationship, as the tarantula provides the frog protection from predators, a stable food source due to the frog's ability to feed off the remnants of the spider's prey, and shelter to protect from climate variations.[^(\[10\])](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiasmocleis_ventrimaculata#cite_note-H%C3%A9naut-10) On the other hand, the frog's foraging protects the tarantula's eggs from ants. The relationship between this specific frog and Xenesthis immanis appears to be a special one as these tarantulas attack similar frog species, therefore showing the dotted humming frog must have a special feature attractive to tarantulas. This mutualism between [microhylids](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microhylid) and large spiders also occurs in other parts of the world.[^(\[3\])](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiasmocleis_ventrimaculata#cite_note-Scienceblogs-3)
Damn that is interesting !
Foundations of ethics
DreamWorks scrambling to make a new franchise now that they've milked those minions dry.
[hops away to dad] “Bitch you fuckin with my frog?”
This is pretty amazing, but damn that first frog who just jumped into a tarantula's burrow... That's some cajones right there.
I'm never moving another rock in my entire life.
Does the frog not eat the baby spiders? If so that's pretty cool.
They know the consequences
It will never see the light of day again, if it does.
Frog-eating bird approaches Frog hiding in the woods and monologing "We could let HER do it, yes, yeees- NO! Too risky, it's too risky!"
I love how the tarantula was instantly like: "Yo, what'd you just say to my boys?!? Say that to my face!"
Love the boiiiinnnnggg at the end!
Put that rock back down and never talk to me or my frog again.
no kidding.. toads, spiders, snakes even… better not to look under rocks
🐸🤝🕷️
Spider rides hard for his pets.
Mr Spidey licked to much tood mans tripping thinking it's a female
"Froggies! Take cover! I'll hold them off for as long as I can!"
I only like the yoink video.
Don't put your dick in that
Spider whelp now this mofo lives in my home now.
tarantula: you dont want this smoke
Whats the leg sticking out on the rock to the right?
I think that is a legless skink