What to do if there is a spider on the wall? ——Hot topics and solutions on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, the discussion about how to deal with spiders in the home has become one of the hot topics on social platforms. The following is the statistics of high-frequency topics related to spiders on the entire web in the past 10 days:
| Topic keywords | Discussion platform | heat index | main focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| spider control | Weibo/Zhihu | 85,200 | Environmentally friendly insect repellent methods |
| Poisonous spider identification | Douyin/Kuaishou | 62,400 | Common poisonous spider species in China |
| Arachnophobia | Xiaohongshu/Station B | 47,800 | psychological adjustment methods |
| Spider ecological role | WeChat public account | 33,500 | importance of biological chain |
1. What should you do if you encounter a spider on the wall?

According to the "Guidelines for Household Pest Control" issued by the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, it is recommended to adopt a graded treatment plan:
| spider type | Hazard level | Handling suggestions | Tool recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common wall spider | ★☆☆☆☆ | Use cardboard to guide release | cardboard+glass |
| white-fronted tall spider | ★★☆☆☆ | Keep 1 meter apart | long-handled broom |
| Suspected poisonous spider | ★★★★☆ | Contact the property immediately | professional insecticide |
2. Five tips for getting rid of spiders that are hotly discussed on the Internet
1.Citrus spider repellent method: Douyin user @家小 expert actually measured that placing citrus peels in the corner can keep spiders away from them for 7 days. This method has been liked 128,000 times.
2.peppermint spray: A highly praised answer on Zhihu recommends spraying a mixture of peppermint essential oil and water at a ratio of 1:10, and the effective rate of repelling spiders can reach 79%.
3.sonic drive: The main test of Station B UP shows that ultrasonic waves with a specific frequency (18-22kHz) have a repelling effect on spiders.
4.Light control:Weibo topic #夜灯 attract insects# Data shows that switching to warm light can reduce spider food sources by 60%.
5.physical barrier: Taobao data shows that the sales of window screen repair subsidies increased by 215% in the past week, which can effectively block the path of spiders entering the home.
3. Important reminders from experts
1. Professor Li from the Department of Entomology, China Agricultural University pointed out:90% of household spiders are non-venomous and beneficial, can prey on mosquitoes and other pests.
2. Encountered suspicionRed-spotted Crow Spider(Common poisonous spider in China) should immediately:
3. Psychology experts remind: Excessive use of pesticides may aggravateArachnophobia, it is recommended to use progressive exposure therapy.
4. Differences in response in different regions
| area | Common types | Folklore processing methods | official advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| southern region | white-fronted tall spider | Use bamboo poles to guide you outdoors | Clean up debris piles regularly |
| northern region | jumping spider | broom drive | Seal gaps in doors and windows |
| southwest region | Cancer spider | Smoke drive away | Use a sticky board |
Conclusion:There is no need to panic when faced with spiders on the wall. By understanding their habits and taking scientific prevention and control measures, we can not only ensure home safety, but also maintain ecological balance. In case of special circumstances, you should contact professional agencies in time to handle it.
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