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Ethical Bug Removal

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Spider Catcher

— July 19, 2008 — Eco
Ewww.....gross! It's a spider! I don't know about you, but if I see a spider, I scream very loudly and run very far away. I then commission my lovely boyfriend to brutally murder the bugger as soon as possible. However, I oftentimes feel a twinge of guilt as the little guy receives a death sentence for simply appearing in my line of sight.

Well, Tony Allen, maker of the Spider Catcher, created an innovative product that solves many of the problems of spider/human relations. One, it keeps you (the creeped out one) a safe distance from the arachnid. Two, it allows you to pick it up gently and grab it without hurting it by way of its fine silky strands that trap the invader. Then, you can place him outside (preferably as far away as possible) without killing it. The feeling afterwards? Very Buddha-like.

The earth-friendly, no battery-using gizmo also works for other gross insects such as worms, moths, and more. It was even tested on butterflies and the result was 'no harm done'!
Trend Themes
1. Ethical Pest Control - There is a growing demand for pest control solutions that prioritize the ethical treatment of insects and animals.
2. Environmentally-friendly Insect Products - Consumers are increasingly interested in insect products that don't harm the environment or contribute to pollution.
3. Humane Animal Catchers - The development of animal catchers that are designed to safely capture and release animals will continue to be an area of innovation.
Industry Implications
1. Pest Control Industry - The pest control industry can capitalize on the growing demand for ethical and environmentally-friendly insect control solutions by developing new products and services.
2. Green Technology Industry - The development of environmentally-friendly bug catching devices and other pest control solutions provides an opportunity for the green technology industry.
3. Pet Industry - The development of humane animal catchers can benefit the pet industry by providing a safer and more ethical way to capture and handle animals.
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