Spiders are some of the most feared and misunderstood creatures on the planet. People often mistake them for dangerous pests. However, despite their creepy appearance, spiders are one of the most beneficial creatures globally and play an essential role in our ecosystems. They eat pests like mosquitoes and flies. They are also helping to control populations of other insects.
So why do people fear spiders so much? And is there any need to be afraid of them? This blog post will take a closer look at spiders and dispel some myths about them. We’ll also explore why they shouldn’t be feared and offer tips on dealing with them if they become a problem.
Myths About Spider That Feared People
Spiders are usually associated with fear by many people. Many of them have a different type of phobia of these crawling creatures. However, there is a lot of false information regarding spiders that causes people to be scared even more. Below you will find five myths about spiders and the truth behind them.
Myth #1: Spiders are insects.
Many people believe spiders are classified as an insect group. However, spiders are not insects because they belong to another class called Arachnids. Insects have three main body parts, while arachnids only have two. Insects also have six legs, while arachnids may have eight or fewer legs.
Myth #2: Spiders are venomous.
Most spiders are harmless to humans because they do not have the venom to kill their prey or defend themselves against predators. Only two types of spider groups have venom harmful enough to kill a human, including Australian funnel-web spiders and widow spiders.
It is believed that there are about 24,000 different species of spiders around the world, and only 2% inject venom from their fangs which is not always deadly to humans. However, spiders with potent venom can cause more harm to humans as they have a more toxic poison in their system, which causes death in some cases.
Myth #3: Pregnant women should not touch spider webs.
Many believe pregnant women are more likely to have adverse reactions after touching a spider’s web, but this is false. Many spider species build webs every day without getting caught in their trap. Some species of spiders even recycle their old webs.
Myth #4: Spiders are dangerous at all times.
Some spiders can be dangerous for humans, but they only become so during specific times in their life cycle or if they feel threatened. For example, the hobo spider is usually very gentle and will only bite if it feels threatened.
Myth #5: All spiders have venomous bites.
Many believe that all spiders have venomous bites, but this is not true. A few spider species do not have fangs capable of penetrating human skin and can only bite you with their mouthparts.
The bite can cause nausea, vomiting, fever, and even death if left untreated. Most spiders aren’t aggressive and will only bite humans when they feel threatened, but their venom can still be deadly.
In conclusion, spiders are not always dangerous to humans, but their venom can be deadly if not treated quickly. Therefore, it is essential to be aware of the different spiders and seek medical attention if you are bitten by one.
How to Stop Being Afraid of the Spiders?
Spiders can be found worldwide, and all they want is a home! Unfortunately, many people have an irrational fear of spiders, even though they have no intention of harming us. Here is some advice on stopping being afraid of these little critters.
1) Educate Yourself: The more you learn about spiders, the less fearful you will be. Spiders are not out to get us; most of them are pretty timid. Learn about their anatomy, behavior, and what they eat. This will help you to understand that they are misunderstood creatures.
2) Get Rid of Your Fearful Thoughts: One common belief about arachnophobia is that it is caused by the idea of “catching” a spider and bringing it close to your face. This can cause us to develop anxiety over our irrational fear. When you feel anxiety, think of something calming or comforting instead.
3) Keep Yourself Calm: If you’ve ever seen someone with arachnophobia, then you know that they tend to behave in a very “jumpy” way. For example, they often become agitated when there is a spider nearby. This can be cured by learning how to calm yourself down.
4) Take Control: It may seem counter-intuitive, but taking control of situations is one of the best ways to reduce your fear. When you feel like you are in control, you will not be as afraid. This can be done by doing research on spiders and learning about them. It may also involve taking well-calculated risks when dealing with these creatures.
5) …and Finally: If you are still afraid of spiders, try to find some humorous aspects. They can be hilarious-looking creatures, and sometimes you have to laugh when confronted with irrational fear.
How To Get Rid of Spiders
Spiders can be pesky little creatures and often find their way into our homes, but there are ways to get rid of them without killing them.
If you’re afraid of spiders, don’t worry – you can get rid of them without hurting them. Here are some tips on how to keep spiders out of your home, as well as how to get rid of them if you already have an infestation.
- Find out where they like to hide and then spray the place with diluted vinegar. (Vinegar is an organic and natural product that won’t hurt you or animals.)
- Buy a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment and suck the spiders up with the hose attachment before they crawl into your house.
- Keep all surfaces as dry as possible as spider infestations thrive in damp areas (they love moisture).
- Put a mop bucket filled with soapy water by all entrances to your home.
- Buy a special sticky sheet and roll it out in front of any entrances.
- Use a caulk gun and fill the cracks and crevices where spiders like to hide.
- Put peppermint oil on cotton balls around your home inside and outside, but not near other animals because peppermint oil is poisonous to cats and dogs (although it is not poisonous to humans).
- Put peppermint oil on cotton balls around your home inside and outside, but not near other animals because peppermint oil is poisonous to cats and dogs (although it is not poisonous to humans).
- Put a few drops of lavender oil on cotton balls and place them around your home. Don’t put the cotton balls near places where pets sleep because lavender oil is poisonous to cats and dogs just as peppermint oil is.
- Put a few drops of lavender oil on cotton balls and place them around your home. Don’t put the cotton balls near places where pets sleep because lavender oil is poisonous to cats and dogs just as peppermint oil is.
- Surround your garage with rosemary plants to keep spiders away.
- If you have an infestation of spiders, call a professional exterminator.
HOW TO AVOID GETTING SPIDERS IN YOUR HOUSE:
- Clean up any clutter in your home that attracts bugs, especially crumbs on the floor or food scraps in sinks.
- Plug outside openings with steel wool to keep spiders from getting in.
- Repair any cracks or holes in your home’s exterior that spiders could use to get in.
- Keep vegetation trimmed away from the house, so spiders don’t have a place to build their webs.
- Install screens on all windows and doors.
- Use a light bulb with a lower wattage (60-100 watts) to avoid attracting bugs.