Many people have a habit of killing spiders when they see them in their homes. However, scientists believe this is not advisable.
This may sound hard to believe, but don’t kill the spider you see in your home. Why? Because spiders are an important component of nature and the ecosystem within your own home.
Most people prefer a cozy, secluded space away from the outdoors. But what we don’t realize is that this is also the preference of spiders. Some species accidentally invade your home, while others stay and make their nests, living there permanently. These spiders often live hidden away, are usually harmless, and are quite gentle. They even help you eliminate pests, and they may even eat other spiders.
Spiders help us eliminate pests, and they may even eat other spiders.
Scientists conducted a visual survey in 50 homes in North Carolina to investigate these seemingly disgusting creatures. The results showed that all homes had their presence. The most common species were Theridiidae spiders and Pholcidae spiders.
Theridiidae spiders.
Pholcidae spiders.
Both of these spider species spin webs in their living areas. Pholcidae spiders sometimes leave their webs to hunt and eat other nearby spiders. They can even eat their own siblings.
Although they are dangerous predators that can eat anything they catch, spiders often prey on harmful pests and disease-carrying insects like mosquitoes. Therefore, when you kill a spider, you are eliminating a “warrior” that combats pathogens in your home.
It is completely normal to fear spiders. Not only do they have a creepy appearance with their eight hairy legs, but they also possess venom. However, fortunately, very few spider species have venom strong enough to affect human health. Moreover, their fangs are not strong enough to pierce through our skin.
Fortunately, very few spider species have venom strong enough to affect human health.
When spiders spin webs in your home, they usually keep their distance and do not disturb the homeowners. Spiders always try to avoid and escape from humans, so for those who fear spiders, you can rest assured that it is very rare to encounter these creatures in your home.
Spider species that possess dangerous venom, such as the brown recluse, black widow, or yellow sac spider, rarely spin webs in homes; they prefer to nest in dark, damp places like basements, sheds, or under decaying wood…
Even with venomous spider species, their bites usually cause pain and can lead to severe symptoms in sensitive individuals or those with weakened immune systems, but fatal spider bites are rare.
If you happen to get bitten by a spider, wash the bite area immediately with soap and water, and apply a cold compress to help reduce swelling and pain. If the bite causes blistering, prolonged pain, or high fever, take the victim to the nearest hospital or medical center for prompt medical assistance.
If you still cannot accept their presence after reading this information, instead of smashing them, try catching them in a jar and releasing them outside. They will find a new home, and you won’t have to encounter them again.
Having spiders in your home is completely normal. Even if you don’t notice them, they will certainly be present somewhere in your house. Therefore, try to get used to their presence in your home.
