Tazio Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Snails everywhere this year because of the rain. I cycled home on the cyclepath at Ferry Road a few nights ago and could hear them crunching under the tyres all the way. A few pavements near my house are the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambo_jack Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Thoughts are with the family, brings it all in to perspective really. RIP spidey Ken. Imagine finding yourself trapped in the lair of a monstrous 'house spider' that is over 100x the size of you petrified to death at what this evil creature might do to you, and it kills you by chucking a DVD at you cos its too scared to pick you up and throw you outside! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambo_jack Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Managed to leave the light on and window open in my bedroom last night before I went out. By the time I got home my room was like the Butterfly Farm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ortarkod Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Ken. Imagine finding yourself trapped in the lair of a monstrous 'house spider' that is over 100x the size of you petrified to death at what this evil creature might do to you, and it kills you by chucking a DVD at you cos its too scared to pick you up and throw you outside! It was a book actually. And if I lived in that hypothetical scenario, I would stay away from the lair of the monstrous spider, not go strolling about inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shapes Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 The daddy long legs that have been appearing in my house this year have been utterly horrendous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 The daddy long legs that have been appearing in my house this year have been utterly horrendous Do you mean crane flies or harvestmen? People use that name for both. The crane flies are annoying as ****, that noise they make drives me to distraction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter_hmfc Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Is it just me or are there a lot more moths than usual? Come home to find at least 5 flying about my living room. Can't open my window because I know a load of the turds will fly in. I'm roasting just because some pricks want to fly directly into my lightbulb then go wild flying all over the place in shock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shapes Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Do you mean crane flies or harvestmen? People use that name for both. The crane flies are annoying as ****, that noise they make drives me to distraction. I think crane flies because the ones that have been pestering me have made a wee buzzy noise which has added to my fear for them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GhostHunter Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 These buggers are murder when they bite you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 These buggers are murder when they bite you. Legitimate fear, more aggressive than British wasps and often draw blood. Horse-flies are nails. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del1812 Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Went on holiday last week and stupidly turned off all my electricity before I left without clearing out the fridge and freezer. Feared the worst when I went back to the flat. And, unsurprisingly enough, it did smell pretty bad in the kitchen but, despite both windows being open (top floor before anyone asks) there was little sign of any flies. That was until I had a closer inspection of the windows. Both had about ten flies each dead in spider's web. So I'd like to say a big thank you to the spiders guarding my home from those disease filled ######. Still doesn't mean you're allowed in the house, though. PS Just when I was typing that a moth dropped straight down and landed on the keyboard. I damn near shat myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Crane Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I wonder what moths did before the lightbulb was invented? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Morgan Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I wonder what moths did before the lightbulb was invented? Good question! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hansel Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Cockroaches are creepy. Had to dispose of a few on holiday in Lanzarote a few weeks ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Moths think that bulbs are the moon and fly towards them to find mates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hughesie27 Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Moths think that bulbs are the moon and fly towards them to find mates. A lot of moths on the moon aye? :'> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 A lot of moths on the moon aye? :'> I've been wired to it all my life. It's more just a way of ensuring they avoid predators, head as high up as possible, some predators have taken advantage of this (glow worms and certain beetle larvae) and they carry little lights in their bodies to attract them, before munching on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavsy Van Gaverson Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I think crane flies because the ones that have been pestering me have made a wee buzzy noise which has added to my fear for them These ###### have been terrifying the missus all week. Makes great viewing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeylandJambo Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Had 2 spiders in the front room last night. Watching the Mrs sitting with her feet on the chair shittin hersel was quality viewing. I never kill spiders I have a pint glass that's only ever used to put them outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooperstar Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I've just decided to start killing any spiders I see in my house now, there's too many of them and they're becoming a pain. One of them started dangling about in front of the tv on Friday night, very distracting. 4 killed so far today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shapes Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Had a beast free weekend Question: does heat repel these things? Cause my room was genuinely like bloody Africa last night and there was not one sign of these feckers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Morgan Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I've just decided to start killing any spiders I see in my house now, there's too many of them and they're becoming a pain. One of them started dangling about in front of the tv on Friday night, very distracting. 4 killed so far today. You bad, bad man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooperstar Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 You bad, bad man 5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I just spotted one of those high speed ones firing across the floor. Christ know where he is now. But he will die at some point. Take my word for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Had a beast free weekend Question: does heat repel these things? Cause my room was genuinely like bloody Africa last night and there was not one sign of these feckers Arachnids,.ie: spiders, scorpions, false scorpions, whip scorpions, mites and harvestmen etc are -like all invertebrates- cold blooded. They are unable to control their body heat internally like we are, and other mammals and birds do, that means they like to hang out in places where they can charge themselves up with heat, like yer hoos. Killing these harmless wee beasties is just pathetic to be honest... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfcjamie Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 KILL THEM ALL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Morgan Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 5. I seen one big one tonight running across the floor. It's dead now... so you've killed 5 and I've killed 1 eh? I like the sound of that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_bolton Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 I live in Sri Lanka and have yet to see a single spider in my flat. Probably cos it's hot enough for them to stay outside. Ants are a different thing though. They are everywhere, just a fact of life. As I type there are a couple crawling around on my laptop. Only seen one cockroach in my flat, and it was soon dead after a good spray from the insect stuff. It wasn't too big, but some of the cockroaches I've seen in the street etc here are bigger than me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeylandJambo Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Got up this morning at 2am as usual for a Monday first thing I see is a rather large spider above the bedroom door. Went downstairs to get the pint glass went back upstairs to put it out of the window & woke the Mrs up trying to catch the little fecker. To say she wasn't happy was an under statement. After trying to calm her down & explain that I could always leave it to her to catch it herself she came to her senses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeylandJambo Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 I live in Sri Lanka and have yet to see a single spider in my flat. Probably cos it's hot enough for them to stay outside. Ants are a different thing though. They are everywhere, just a fact of life. As I type there are a couple crawling around on my laptop. Only seen one cockroach in my flat, and it was soon dead after a good spray from the insect stuff. It wasn't too big, but some of the cockroaches I've seen in the street etc here are bigger than me. It won't just be your common house spider there I would imagine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Left Nut Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Just bought myself one of these. People may say its mean and cruel, I don't care. If it stops the Mrs nipping my head then its worth it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_bolton Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 It won't just be your common house spider there I would imagine. I've been here just over five weeks and don't recall seeing a single spider, to be honest. They must be around somewhere. Of course, now that I've said this I'm bound to find about twenty of them tonight. Rather spiders than cockroaches... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Tucker Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Don't mind spiders. No beef with them. Wasps though... I hate them. They hate me. It's like one of those films where enemies try and kill each other all the time. Like 'Enemy at the Gates' but with more wasps. I mind there was a wasps nest basically in my room like a year ago. Woke up and the was a wasp just kicking about on my moustache. Just about went into cardiac arest, and punched myself in the face to get it away. I despise them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullen13 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Wasp doing a Kello face in response to this thread... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juan Rom?n Riquelme Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Wasps burgled Malcolm Tucker's flat, IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Tucker Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Wasps burgled Malcolm Tucker's flat, IMO. Creepy wee junkie wasp shites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Del1812 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Don't mind spiders. No beef with them. Wasps though... I hate them. They hate me. It's like one of those films where enemies try and kill each other all the time. Like 'Enemy at the Gates' but with more wasps. I mind there was a wasps nest basically in my room like a year ago. Woke up and the was a wasp just kicking about on my moustache. Just about went into cardiac arest, and punched myself in the face to get it away. I despise them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Tucker Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N User Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 I've seen a 6 legged spider (ie. One that's lost 2 legs) about my living room twice now. I feel too sorry for the poor guy to kill him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartgarfunkel Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Wasp doing a Kello face in response to this thread... FOR ****'s SAKE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Jarman Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Word to the wise. When choosing a magazine to smash the feckers make sure it's not got a bright blue advert for Davidoff Cool water on the back. Nice big blur streak across the white bedroom wall after an altercation with a spider tonight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 Word to the wise. When choosing a magazine to smash the feckers make sure it's not got a bright blue advert for Davidoff Cool water on the back. Nice big blur streak across the white bedroom wall after an altercation with a spider tonight Cruel Swatters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossthejambo Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 Big spider in the shower this morning, it met an untimely, watery death Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Great Khali Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 This thread is horrific. And yet I still open it up when there's new replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 Man goes to the doctors and says to him "Doctor, I think I am a moth !". The Doctor says that it's not a Doctor you need to see but a Psychiatrist. The man says "I know but yer light was on...." Ah'll get ma coat. OUCH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 Man goes to the doctors and says to him "Doctor, I think I am a moth !". The Doctor says that it's not a Doctor you need to see but a Psychiatrist. The man says "I know but yer light was on...." Ah'll get ma coat. OUCH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bilel Mohsni Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 Man goes to the doctors and says to him "Doctor, I think I am a moth !". The Doctor says that it's not a Doctor you need to see but a Psychiatrist. The man says "I know but yer light was on...." Ah'll get ma coat. OUCH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Morgan Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 OUCH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 Have I just been extremely fortunate or are there no wasps around this year? Has the wet summer led to a dwindling in their numbers? I've genuinely not seen a single wasp all summer, and only a few bees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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