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Why do you get Slaters in your house?
You may have noticed that they leave a stain if you crush them on the carpet. Normally, damp areas attract woodlice but in most cases, these crustaceans enter your home by accident and are found just wandering around.
How many legs does a Slater have?
Slaters are easily recognised by their heavily armoured, flattened bodies. They are oval, dull-grey and segmented, growing from 8-20 mm in length, depending on the species. They have 1 pair of prominent antennae, 1 pair of inconspicuous antennae and 7 pairs of legs (1 pair per segment).
How do you get rid of Slaters naturally?
Use coffee grounds around the base of new seedlings to deter slaters. Make a spray of 1 litre water, ½ teaspoon pure eucalyptus oil and a teaspoon of dishwashing liquid. Spray the ground around your precious plants, but try not to get it on the foliage as it will burn.
How do you get rid of Slater bugs?
Iron chelate based snail pellets are also effective against slaters. They’re safe for pets and break down into iron to feed plants. In larger gardens, rotating chooks over vegie beds in between crops is a great way to clear up infestation and provide your birds with a serious protein fix.
How do you get rid of Slatters?
Turn compost frequently to discourage slaters. Store timber, bricks and rocks in full sun. Trap slaters in hollowed out orange halves or fill cardboard tubes (such as empty toilet rolls) with organic matter like potato peelings. Dispose of any slaters that congregate there overnight.
How do you look after a Slater bug?
Woodlice stay hydrated by absorbing humid air and eating food. To keep the soil and atmosphere in the habitat moist, fill a spray bottle with water. Then spritz the leaves and soil of the habitat until they’re moist. Feel the soil every day and spray it whenever it feels dry to the touch.
How do you control Slaters?