2 hours ago · Australia
Two distinct sleep stages emerge in jumping spider, including a REM-like state
What's happening
SignalsMonitor is following this as a technology story. Phys.org Breaking News is the outlet attached so far. The reports are tied to Australia. The first report grouped here was at 26 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC. The headline in use is “Two distinct sleep stages emerge in jumping spider, including a REM-like state”. This note is SignalsMonitor's own briefing, not the publisher's article.
What we know
Humans and other vertebrates go through various stages of sleep, including REM (rapid eye movement) sleep characterized by rapid eye movements and muscle twitches. Can a similar sleep state be observed in spiders?
Story timeline
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Two distinct sleep stages emerge in jumping spider, including a REM-like state
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- Phys.org Breaking NewsTwo distinct sleep stages emerge in jumping spider, including a REM-like state