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Charity Warns: Plastic Spider Webs Threaten Wildlife This Halloween
30 Oct
Summary
- Wildlife charity warns of dangers of using artificial spider webs outdoors
- Plastic decorations can trap and kill hedgehogs, birds, and insects
- Plastic cobwebs are not biodegradable and harmful to the environment
On October 30th, 2025, a wildlife charity has raised concerns about the use of artificial spider webs as outdoor decorations for Halloween. The Surrey Wildlife Trust has warned that these plastic seasonal decorations can pose a serious threat to local wildlife.
According to the charity, the fine strands of the plastic cobwebs can trap and kill hedgehogs, birds, and insects when hung on trees, hedges, and fences. The trust emphasizes that these plastic webs are not biodegradable and can be harmful to the environment.
Oliver Fry, a spokesperson for the charity, has urged people to keep the plastic webs indoors, saying, "We don't want to be killjoys, but keep your plastic webs inside." The trust's message is clear: while Halloween decorations can be fun, they should not come at the expense of the local wildlife.
