A Guide to Identifying and Preventing Various Fly Species
Flies are a common pest around the Although flies have short lifespans, they are able to quickly reproduce in large numbers and are also capable of spreading various dangerous diseases, including malaria, salmonella and Where do flies come…
Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch?
Why mosquito bites are so itchy and how to stay bite-free When you think about summer, things like barbecues and beach trips joyously come to However, besides all of the fun in the sun, the season is also known…
How To Safely And Easily Remove A Tick
Finding a tick attached to your skin can be a scary experience; however, there is no need to In the instance of blacklegged deer ticks, most do not carry disease, and those that do typically need to feed for…
A Health Threat to Both Pets and Their Humans
Fleas are certainly an itchy annoyance to cats and dogs, but did you know they can bite and transmit disease to humans, too? Fleas can cause allergic dermatitis and are the most common transmitter of the albeit rare but still…
Steps to Avoid Bringing Bed Bugs Home From Vacation This Spring
After the brutal cold of winter, people across the country are looking forward to packing their bags and jetting off to warmer destinations this But before the fun in the sun can begin, it’s important to be aware of…
Also known as Snow fleas, These Pests can be Found Outdoors at Almost any Time of Year
For some, one of the most appealing things about winter is the lack of While most of the mosquitoes, ticks and stinging insects have disappeared, springtails are one pest that can be found hopping around in a fresh layer…
What is that Buzzing by the Beach?
What are Horse Flies? These Pests Can Ruin Even the Best Beach Days, Here is How to Avoid Them While the warm sand between your toes and the melodic sound of the ocean waves can make you feel like you…
Many cockroaches no longer have a sweet tooth
A study from 2013 on cockroach behavior, published in the journal Science, revealed that some German cockroaches possess a mutation causing them to have an aversion to sugar. These findings…
The Science Behind Fireflies
6 Things You Didn’t Know About Lightning Bugs Running around the backyard on warm summer nights in an attempt to catch fireflies is a fun These insects, also known as lightning bugs, can light up the night with their…
Apartment Living: How to Keep Pests Out
Living in an apartment generally affords many people the ability to live, work and play without having to travel too With a shorter commute and easy access to restaurants, grocery stores and shops, it is an attractive living option…