Spiders on North Carolina Pier: Light Management Reduces Webs

Lake pier in NC: large webs (2–3 ft) on sheltered areas at night. Wants to enjoy pier without spiders/webs.

Ecology

Web-building spiders catch flying insects attracted to lights. Lights → insects → spiders → webs.

Simple Solution

Change lighting: Move lights, use motion sensors, turn off when not needed, use yellow "bug lights."

Benefit

Reduces insects → reduces spiders → fewer webs. No chemicals needed.