September is upon us which means the temperatures are going to drop and lots of little (and not so little) spiders will be finding their way into your home looking for some heat.
Invasive false widow spiders have become more common in Ireland in recent years. Their bites are said to be similar to bee stings - and can result in hospitalisation in some severe cases.
False widow spiders are up to 230 times more poisonous than the domestic Irish species, according to NUIG studies. The strength of the spider's venom gives it a competitive edge compared to other species, says lead researcher Dr Michael Dugon.
