Chapter 1: Why should you be happy to see spiders in your home?
Why should you be happy to see spiders in your home? Thanks for asking. What's your relationship with spiders like? Some people are pretty terrified of them, and even many people who aren't scared of them still instinctively grab something to squash them with when they see one.
Most likely, encountering spiders in your home is a regular occurrence, and they're actually more beneficial than you might think.
Aren't spiders dangerous?
Not at all. They just have a reputation problem, really. Now, the species you're most likely to see in your home is Pholcus phalangioides, known more commonly as the daddy longlegs. They can be recognised by, you guessed it, their long legs and tiny bodies. Another very common species is Teginaria domestica. or house spider.
Coming across a house spider can be a bit more intimidating as they're quite large compared to other domestic spiders. They're also dark with hairy legs and typically only come out at night. They're often found in damp areas of your home and are most often seen in autumn. Despite their reputation and appearance, both of these species are completely harmless.
In reality, they're quite shy and will generally avoid contact with you as much as possible.
What are the benefits of having spiders in my home?
Well, for one thing, they're voracious eaters and consume their body weight in food every day. And rest assured, they have absolutely no interest in feeding on humans. But our homes and gardens are full of small insects, which make for a real feast as far as spiders are concerned. They're like natural vacuum cleaners for flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches and other bugs.
That's definitely a healthier option than any insecticide you could buy in a store. In fact, spiders even eat each other too, so you're very unlikely to ever have an infestation.
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Chapter 2: Are spiders really dangerous to have in my house?
They're simply not adapted to outdoor conditions. As a compromise, you could instead move them to a place where you're less likely to encounter them, like your garage or basement for example. They'll be quite happy there and you can keep your home insect-free and avoid feeling like you're sharing your living space with eight-legged intruders. There you have it!
Now you know why you should be happy to see spiders in your home. In under three minutes, we answer your questions and help you understand the true meaning behind the trends, concepts and acronyms that are making headlines. Listen along and you will really know for sure.