Stella Maris
Arachnoknight
- Joined
- Jan 28, 2017
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I'm wondering what a safe solution is to eradicate ants if you share a room with your tarantulas. I don't have ants anywhere near my enclosures yet but I'm not sure what's "safe" to use to get rid of them since what I could potentially use against ants can also harm/kill my spiders.
I'm assuming any spraying chemical insecticide is definitely NOT safe to use, which I'm assuming includes the "natural" pesticide spray you can buy (I forgot what it's called but it contains peppermint oil, leaves a strong smell after spraying). I definitely don't want to take that risk...
What about vinegar+water solutions and things such as glue traps or ant baits? Or even detergent+water solution? Any ideas? I had an "ant problem" back in November in my bedroom that I was able to be rid of, but it seems they have returned again.
I'm assuming any spraying chemical insecticide is definitely NOT safe to use, which I'm assuming includes the "natural" pesticide spray you can buy (I forgot what it's called but it contains peppermint oil, leaves a strong smell after spraying). I definitely don't want to take that risk...
What about vinegar+water solutions and things such as glue traps or ant baits? Or even detergent+water solution? Any ideas? I had an "ant problem" back in November in my bedroom that I was able to be rid of, but it seems they have returned again.