Here’s Why You Should Never Crush Spiders At Home

Spiders often evoke fear and disgust, and our first instinct is often to crush them or chase them away immediately. However, these little creatures play a crucial role in your home and in the balance of nature.

Instead of seeing them as intruders, find out why they deserve their place in our homes!

The Unsuspected Role of Spiders in the Home

1. They protect your home from pests

If you  hate mosquitoes, flies or cockroaches , know that  spiders are your best allies  ! True  natural predators , they regulate the population  of unwanted insects  that can  transmit diseases or cause damage .

• They feed on invasive insects  : mosquitoes, flies, fleas, cockroaches, etc.
• They reduce the need for pesticides  : their presence limits the use of dangerous chemicals.

Did you know?  A spider can capture  its own weight in insects every day .

2. They are harmless to humans.

Contrary to popular belief,  the majority of domestic spiders are not dangerous . They prefer  to flee rather than attack  and only bite  if they feel in danger .

Bites are extremely rare  and in most cases  cause only mild, temporary irritation .

Only a few species, such as the black widow or the brown recluse, are potentially dangerous . However,  they are very rare in France and avoid contact with humans .

3. They are evidence of a healthy environment

The presence of spiders in your home  is a good indicator of the quality of your interior . They prefer  places that are neither too humid nor too dry , where  the air is relatively healthy .

Tip  : If you  can’t stand  the sight of a spider in a room,  gently capture it with a glass  and release it  in your garage, basement or attic  rather than outside in the winter, where  it may not survive .

4. They contribute to the balance of the ecosystem

Spiders are not  just inhabitants of our homes  : they play  a key role in the food chain  :

• They regulate insect populations leading to  their uncontrolled proliferation.
• They  themselves are a food source  for some birds and small animals.

Without them, certain pests would multiply excessively, disrupting the natural balance.

5. They inspire science and medicine

    

    

Spiders  fascinate researchers because they have  unique characteristics  that can be  used in medicine and technology .

Spider venom  is being studied for  the development of new drugs , particularly against  strokes and certain chronic pains .
Their ultra-resistant silk  interests scientists to create  ultra-flexible surgical threads or biomimetic materials .

So what should you do if you find a spider in your home?

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