Scottish wildlife plagued "The Traitors" crew

The crew of the BBC show "The Traitors" faced unexpected challenges during filming of the civilian series due to a surge in local wildlife. The production team struggled with increased populations of ticks, mosquitos, and midges. The insect and tick infestations in the Scottish Highlands, exacerbated by recent heatwaves, reportedly made conditions difficult for the crew at Ardross Castle. Crew members had to wear protective nets to avoid bites and deal with tick removal. While the civilian series wrapped, the celebrity version is set to air this autumn. The show's popularity has already led to a second season being commissioned, even before the first celebrity winner is announced.