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Over 45,000 species of spiders are found throughout the world. Some are poisonous, some build webs to catch prey, and nearly all are the object of common human phobias. Spiders symbolize patience due to their hunting technique of setting webs and waiting for prey.

Geographic Region

Spiders are found throughout the world, on every continent except Antarctica.

Natural Habitat

Spiders live in almost every habitat on earth, except for polar regions, oceans and high mountains.

Weather Conditions

Spiders can survive in harsh conditions, but extreme cold or rainy weather can cause some spiders to head indoors.

Behavior

Spiders will only bite humans in self-defense, and most spider bites are less dangerous than a mosquito bite or yellowjacket sting. The bites of brown recluse spiders and black widow spiders are among the most dangerous, but those spiders would rather flee from humans and will bite only when trapped.

Unique Characteristics

Spiders are able to blend into their natural surroundings.

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Common types of Spiders

Hobo Spiders

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Wolf Spiders

Wolf Spiders

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Black Widow Spiders

Black Widow Spiders

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Brown Recluse Spiders

Brown Recluse Spiders

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Spiders usually enter homes in search of food, shelter, or a quiet place to hide. Because they feed on other insects, an increase in spiders can mean there’s also an insect food source nearby.
Most spiders found indoors are harmless and pose little risk to people or pets. While a few species can bite if threatened, bites are uncommon, and most spiders prefer to avoid human contact. There are some spiders with bites that can cause health complications, including black widows, brown recluse, brazilian wandering spiders, and Australian funnel web spiders.
Spiders favor dark, undisturbed areas such as basements, closets, garages, crawlspaces, behind furniture, under sinks, and along baseboards. These areas offer protection and access to insects. Many common spider species are ambush hunters—once they find a good spot where they won't be disturbed, they hunker down and wait for prey to come along.
Occasionally seeing a spider is normal. A potential problem is indicated by frequent sightings, webs in multiple rooms, or spiders consistently appearing in living areas, which suggests ongoing indoor activity.
Reduce spider entry by sealing cracks and gaps around doors, windows, and foundations, and minimizing sources of moisture, which can attract spiders. Keeping lights away from entrances can also help reduce spiders around the home, since lights attract insects that spiders feed on.
The RESCUE! Spider Trap uses an enclosed adhesive glue dot surface inside a decorative plastic shell. Spiders crawl into the trap through multiple entry points and become stuck on the glue. The enclosed design helps keep the trap discreet and safer around pets and children, and spiders are attracted to the dark, confined space inside the trap. The RESCUE! Spider Trap is also effective for catching other crawling critters like centipedes, earwigs, and silverfish. ???? RESCUE! Spider Trap — recommended for monitoring and reducing spider activity indoors without sprays or chemicals.
Place traps along walls or baseboards where spiders travel — under sinks, behind toilets, in closets, basements, garages, or near doorways. Positioning traps in quiet, low-traffic areas improves effectiveness.
Start by sealing entry points and reducing insect activity indoors. Then place RESCUE! Spider Traps in areas where spiders are commonly seen. The traps capture spiders without the need for chemical sprays and help monitor ongoing activity.
Yes — the RESCUE! Spider Trap is designed to catch a wide range of spider sizes, including many larger spiders. The trap openings are not large enough to catch giant spider species like tarantulas or larger scorpions. Its dual-sided adhesive allows the trap to be flipped for extended use once one side fills.
Traps capture spiders that wander into them, and it can take time for spiders to find the trap. Using traps alongside sealing cracks, reducing clutter, and lowering indoor insect populations provides the best long-term results.

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