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| Spiders fighting on a stick. |
Although not commonly played back then in Singapore, it was a notable mention in Traditional Games found in Southeast Asia. In the Philippines, spider fighting is staged between female orb-weavers from the genus Araneus. In Japan, the contests occur at an annual festival and use females of the genus Argiope. In Japanese these contests are called Kumo Gassen (spider battles). In Singapore, they use males of the genus Thiania, and most commonly use the species Thiania bhamoensis, although another species of that genus may sometimes be used. Like cock fighting, spider fighting is a sport that usually involves betting and events occur frequently.
Historical Origins
The sport of spider fighting occurs in different forms in several areas of the world. Among them are the Philippines, Japan, and Singapore. The fights that occur in the Philippines and in Japan are staged between females of various species of web weavers. Female spiders will kill a rival if the loser does not quickly flee or receive the aid of a human handler. The contests that are staged in Singapore are fights between male jumping spiders. The males fight only for dominance, and ordinarily the loser will flee, though sometimes they will lose a leg in the fight.
How to Play
Basic needs of Spider Fighting require a spider, specifically female orb-weavers. They are usually kept in an empty matchbox with holes small enough to allow air in but not to allow the spider to get out. Both spiders are then put on a stick and let out of their matchboxes to fight. Bets are often placed on which spider wins, so the winner will receive some money and recognition for the spider.
Sources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spider_fighting
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