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People warned to check Christmas trees for one thing to avoid insect infestation

People warned to check Christmas trees for one thing to avoid insect infestation

People warned to check Christmas trees for one thing to avoid insect infestation

Lots of people like a real Christmas tree to brighten up their homes – but the last thing anyone wants is an insect infestation.

People have been urged to check their trees for small walnut-sized lumps, and to remove any they find as soon as possible.

This is because the clumps, which resemble pine cones, could be a sac of 100 to 200 praying mantis eggs.

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According to The Mirror, it's vital people seek the sacs before the eggs hatch as this can lead to a nasty infestation.

To try and help people dodge the risk, social media users have been sharing their tips as to how to both spot and rid the pesky sacs.

People have advised the easiest way to remove them (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)
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