What do spiders eat?

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A spider’s diet consists mainly of mosquitoes, flies, moths, and sometimes even other spiders, so they can actually be pretty helpful. As long as they aren’t a nuisance, outdoor spiders should be left alone. They can help prevent other insects from invading your home. Obviously, that doesn’t mean you’ll be welcoming them inside with open arms.

No Bugs, No Food, No Problem

If you’re able to control the insects in your home, chances are keeping spiders out of your home won’t be much harder. Spiders are predators that search for insects and other spiders to eat, so if your home has no food for them, you probably won’t see as many.

Strip Your Home of Spider-Snacks

Since spider-snacks mainly consist of other bugs, getting rid of things in your home that attract insects will reduce your chances of having a spider problem.

Clean up food and drink spills
Store food in sealed, air-tight containers
Avoid leaving dirty dishes in the sink
Ensure your doors, windows, and window screens are sealed and intact
Regularly sweep and mop floors, especially in the kitchen and dining room

Wreck the Web

Vigilantly looking for and destroying webs in your home will remove some spiders and their eggs, which in the long run will mean fewer indoor spiders. Webs can be easily removed with a broom or duster, or even sucked up with a vacuum attachment. It may feel like a chore, but it’s worth it!

Lights Out!

Don’t leave outside lights on more than they are needed. Flying insects like moths and mosquitoes are attracted to lights, which in turn attracts spiders.

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Did You Know?

Spiders can survive for long periods of time without feeding. Some have even survived for two years without food.

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