The-independent.com July 24, 2026 • 19:54

Why you should never kill spiders in your home, according to an entomologist - The Independent

By Matt Bertone

Killing a spider doesn’t just cost the arachnid its life, it may take an important predator out of your home

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Why you should never kill spiders in your home, according to an entomologist - The Independent

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