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Real Christmas Trees Could Awaken 1000s of Hidden Bugs
• Real Christmas trees can harbor thousands of dormant insects that awaken indoors due to warmer temperatures.
• Insects like spiders, mites, and praying mantises enter 'diapause' in cold weather, but a warm home triggers a 'false spring'.
• Shake your Christmas tree outside and let it sit in a garage before bringing it indoors to minimize insect surprises.
Real Christmas trees may harbor dormant insects
Bringing a real Christmas tree into your home for the holidays can also bring thousands of dormant insects. These trees add natural beauty but may harbor tiny creatures ready to awaken.
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