With the arrival of summer, unexpected meetings with animals seeking refuge or food within housing increase. At this time of year, it is relatively common to find small lizards inside housing, especially in coastal or rural areas. The presence of these reptiles is usually associated with the existence of other insects and the conditions of heat and moisture that favor their permanence. Despite the fright they may cause, they do not pose a danger to human health and can even be useful, according to the digital newspaper Okdiario.
What does it mean to find lizards at home
Finding a lizard inside a housing means, in most cases, that there are insects that they can feed and that there are adequate conditions to feel comfortable. Although the first reason may indicate a greater presence of pests, the truth is that the lizard acts as a natural predator, helping to eliminate them.
If the geckoxes remain at home for a while, it may indicate that they found a small ecosystem that allows them to live and reproduce. This scenario, according to the same source, is more frequent in places near the beach or in areas with abundant vegetation.
Where and when they usually appear
These animals are more active at night, preferring well -lit walls and areas where they find more insects. For those who do not want their presence, it is not necessary to resort to pesticides or poisons, which impair the environment.
The most effective and sustainable methods are closing doors and windows, plugging slits and reducing outer lighting. Another strategy is to eliminate its source of food, combating the presence of insects within housing, as referred to in the digital newspaper.
Natural ways to ward off lizards
There are simple tricks that can help to push lizards without chemicals. Putting eggshells at strategic points of the house can scare them as they associate this sign with predators. Ingredients such as garlic, onion or pepper can also be used as natural repellents.
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