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Jun 2024
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Why should you be happy to see spiders i...

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What's your relationship with spiders like? Some people are pretty terrified of them, and for many their first reaction is to grab something to squash them with.

Most likely, encountering spiders at home is a regular occurrence, and they're actually more beneficial than you might think.

Aren’t they dangerous though? What are the benefits of having spiders in my home then? Why do they come into my house? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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