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Is A Ladybug A Beetle?

A Ladybug is probably the only bug we don't consider a real pest. However, ladybugs are not bugs; they are beetles. Also, there are male and female ladybugs, so why are they called ladies? Hemiptera is the order to which a "true bug" belongs. Insects belonging to this order include cicadas and bedbugs. The Ladybug belongs…

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Wasps In House: Can a Wasp Nest Infest the Inside My Home?

Because wasps build small nests within wall voids or attics, it is possible for them to get inside your house. If you have witnessed wasps flying in one of these wall voids, there is a chance you have an infestation. However, continuously seeing several of the same kind of wasps indicates a wasp nest may be…

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The Midge Insect: Tiny Flying Bugs that Can Bite

These tiny flying bugs are a nuisance and their bite can pose a threat to anyone who spends time outside in the pre-dawn to sunset hours. They can also become a public health nuisance as well. Fishermen, campers, hikers, gardeners, and hunters are not exempt from the annoyance. When they bite it creates a painful,…

September 11, 2023

Pollinators: Do Wasp Pollinate Flowers and Plants?

Wasps look a lot like honeybees. Therefore, many assume they also pollinate plants in the same manner. Yet, typically, this is an incorrect assumption. Wasps are beneficial predators within a garden and aid in the control of certain pests. The one stipulation here is that most wasps also will feed on diverse insects, so they…

September 4, 2023

American Cockroach vs. Wood Roach: How are They Different?

How can you tell the difference between American cockroaches and Pennsylvania wood roaches ? The primary way is that the American cockroach species is much bigger than the wood roaches. The adult males measure two inches in length and are a reddish-dark brown color. The oriental wood cockroach is darker brown, almost black; the females…

August 21, 2023

Can You Hear Mice In the Walls?

If you suspect you have a mice infestation within the walls of your home, here are some signs to look for. Smelling odd odors similar to ammonia is one of the signs. In addition, seeing grease marks or mice feces, areas that have been gnawed on, or shredded items. You might even see a mouse…

August 14, 2023

Car Roaches: How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in My Car

Think of your car as an extension of your home. If cockroach infestation in house is a reality, then there shouldn't be any surprise if they make their way to your car. Many people think an old car is more likely to have a roach problem. However, brand-new cars have even encountered a roach infestation. Imagine driving…

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August 7, 2023

Spider Infestation: How To Get Rid Of Spiders

There is good news and bad news about a spider infestation. The bad news, you have spiders inside your house. The good news is, most likely, they are not poisonous spiders, and, despite the popular myth, you won't eat them in your sleep! You might find a spider in your shower, under your pillow, or in…

July 24, 2023

Carpenter Ants On Tree: Can They Damage or Kill My Tree?

If you identify carpenter ants in a tree, it indicates the tree has some form of dead tissue decaying wood. However, carpenter ants are not the direct cause of any harm to your trees. Those carpenter ants feed on existing dead wood fibers present on tree limbs. Therefore, controlling carpenter ants' infestation and other…

July 17, 2023

Clover Mites On Concrete: Why are Tiny Red Bugs Crawling on Cement?

If you've ever noticed clover mites , the tiny red bugs crawling on surrounding plants or on your concrete, it's a good chance you have a clover mite issue. These tiny red pests are arachnids. They are not insects but relatives of spiders and ticks. Concrete mites (or sidewalk mites) are red velvety mites that…

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Is A Ladybug A Beetle?

Wasps In House: Can a Wasp Nest Infest the Inside My Home?

The Midge Insect: Tiny Flying Bugs that Can Bite

Pollinators: Do Wasp Pollinate Flowers and Plants?

American Cockroach vs. Wood Roach: How are They Different?

Can You Hear Mice In the Walls?

Car Roaches: How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in My Car

Spider Infestation: How To Get Rid Of Spiders

Carpenter Ants On Tree: Can They Damage or Kill My Tree?

Clover Mites On Concrete: Why are Tiny Red Bugs Crawling on Cement?

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