Can spiders actually leave droppings? One perplexed mother recently took to Facebook to seek answers after finding a collection of black specks scattered around her home. She posted pictures on a Mrs. Hinch fan page, showing these peculiar black marks on her skirting board and wall.
She asked, “Does anyone have any idea what this is? It just appeared in my dining room over the past week or so. I’ve seen it on the skirting board, wallpaper, and even the floor, which I mop every day! It’s not bumpy and looks like some kind of paint splatter, but it isn’t.”
Devoted Mrs. Hinch fans quickly came to her aid, confidently confirming that these marks were indeed spider droppings. One comment read, “It happens a lot this time of year, spiders seem to be pooping everywhere. Dettox spray is good for cleaning it.” Another said, “It’s spider poop after they’ve eaten flies. I find it on my window sill.” Some even suggested it could be fly poop, but one user insisted, “It’s definitely spider poo.”
According to various sources that offer pest advice, spiders typically do not leave solid droppings. Instead, their excrement is thick and liquid, resembling dark ink stains. These marks are often found on walls and surfaces. Spider feces are not solid, but rather appear as dark stains or drips on walls and surfaces. The exact appearance of the droppings varies depending on the spider species, making it difficult for an untrained eye to identify.
Usually, spider poop accumulates in a specific area below their web, often in corners with cobwebs on walls. Since spiders prefer dark and undisturbed places, their droppings can unexpectedly show up in different locations. The droppings are around the size of a pinhead and usually come in various shades of white, black, gray, or brown.
While spider poop does not transmit diseases, it is still advisable to handle it with caution as if it were potentially toxic. Studies show that pathogens consumed by spiders do not typically get passed on through their droppings. However, it’s important to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling spider feces.
Fresh droppings are easier to clean, while dried ones may require more effort and could leave behind yellow stains. It’s crucial to remember that cleaning up spider poop does not eliminate the spiders themselves. To prevent the droppings from reappearing, it’s necessary to take action against these creatures. Maintaining a clean environment and removing every spider web you come across is a good starting point. There are also products available to help with infestations, and professional pest control services are well-equipped to handle such situations.
