September marks the beginning of spider season in the UK, meaning Brits would have already started to see an increase in the number of the eight-legged pest entering their homes.
Spiders become more active during autumn as they search for warmer conditions to escape the colder temperatures. Males spiders are also in search for a mate during at this time of year, which is why there is a sudden surge in their presence. While the critters aren’t the most loved, the majority of them are harmless to humans so there is no need to panic if you do find them across your home.
The spiders you find in the UK often vary in colour and size. One of the most common spiders across the nation is the European Garden Spider, which is also found all over Europe and North America.
The spider’s distinctive white cross-like pattern makes it easy to spot, but they are known for getting away quickly, so you’ll have to be quick if you want to catch one.
One spider that might cause a fright to many people is the Cardinal Spider, and that’s because it can grow up to a shocking 14cm, making it one of the largest spiders in the UK.
However, if you do spot one, try your best to stay calm. While they are not prone to biting people, they are known to bite if threatened.
Fortunately, there are many ways to keep spiders away from your home, including using oils and sprays like peppermint, orange, and lime.
Spiders do not like certain scents, and so applying them around door frames and window sills, where the pests are most likely to enter, will help deter them.
However, experts often highlight that keeping spiders around is actually more beneficial than you might think. This is because spiders are a crucial part of the natural ecosystem, helping control the number of pests, like moths and hour flies, that enter houses.
The complete list of all types of spiders you could find in your home is below:
Full List of Spiders in UK Homes:
- Cellar Spiders
- False Widow Spider
- Giant House Spider
- Cupboard Spider
- Lace Web Spider
- Zebra Spider
- Cardinal Spider
- Money Spider
- Orb Weaver Spider
- Buzzing Spider
- Cave Spider
- Crab Spider
- Cucumber Green Orb Spider
- European Garden Spider
- Four Spot Orb Spider
- Green Huntsman Spider
- Jumping Spider
- Labyrinth Spider
- Running Crab Spider
- Sector Spider
- Spitting Spider
- Common Fox Spider