UK tabloid warns of home invasions by horny spiders

Under the headline, "Six ways to keep sex-mad spiders out of your home as their mating season begins," UK tabloid Daily Star warns:

Spider mating season is back, which means sex-crazed critters are preparing to invade British homes looking for a partner.

The creepy crawlies can have a colossal leg span of 10cm - and they're looking to reproduce.

Male house spiders will be on the prowl for a female and will be seeking out warm, dry spots inside our homes.

So how can you deter the spiders from entering your property?

Thankfully, homeware company Hillarys has listed some handy tips that will help to keep the eight-legged creatures at bay. Check them out below.

The way that intro is phrased suggests that it's actually a piece of advertorial sponsored content, which ... I mean, sure, horny spiders are one way to boost your brand, I guess.

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Six ways to keep sex-mad spiders out of your home as their mating season begins [Sophie Roberts / Daily Star]

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