Several scorpion species can be found in San Antonio, some of which are known to invade homes in large numbers. Scorpions frequently enter San Antonio homes to seek refuge from bouts of dry and/or very hot weather, and they will also enter homes to escape rising water levels caused by
Indoor Norway rat infestations can be a headache, but when they are outdoors, the infestations can turn into a nightmare. On farms in particular, you will have problems with exclusion, and protecting your animals and storage against these pests. However, it’s not all doom and gloom. With the right approach,
Most ant species are completely harmless. However, there are a handful of species that can pose a serious threat. In this article, we’re going to go over these species and what you can expect when they infest your home. Carpenter ants Carpenter ants are the most damaging ant species in
Termites and ants are similar in a lot of ways. They share similar colony and caste structures, they both can be considered pests, and they reproduce in similar ways. However, there are major differences between the two species, and from an evolutionary perspective, termites are closer to cockroaches than they
Rodents are the most common pest to infest San Antonio homes and commercial properties. They can cause a variety of health problems, and they also pose significant health risks to humans and pets. The issue can turn into a bigger one if left unnoticed or unhandled. Although the severity of
Carpenter ants belong to the Camponotus genus, and 14 carpenter ant species can be found in Texas, several of which are known pests of homes. In the natural environment, reproductive carpenter ants establish nests within moist and decaying trees. While carpenter ants excavate tunnels within natural and finished woods, they
The house mouse can be a giant pest. It will enter the home, build nests, contaminate food, cause damage and spread disease. It also reproduces very fast, and a couple of mice can turn into a sprawling infestation in a short period of time, if left to their own devices.
How many ants do you think there are on Earth? According to some estimates, that number is 10 billion billion ants, with a biomass of 3 billion tons. There are also around 13,00 species in the world, and they’re spread on every continent except Antarctica and a few island formations.
Whether you are in a house or an apartment, it is easy to run into unwanted pests in any part of your home. Bathrooms are meant to be an area where you can get clean so, seeing an unwanted visitor in this space can be off-putting at times. The most
Protection and prevention are key to avoiding encounters with dangerous pests. Enjoy a pest-free summer with these five tips: Look for Breeding Grounds: Eliminate areas of standing water around the yard, as mosquitoes only need half an inch of water to breed — that’s the size of a bottle cap!
Most mosquitoes will spend their lives flying around looking for warm-blooded mammals. It is a simple life, but it can be interesting. Let’s take a closer look at the life cycle of the mosquito. Eggs All mosquitoes start as eggs which are usually laid in standing water. Some species prefer
Centipedes – House centipedes have poisonous jaws to inject their prey with venom. If handled roughly, some larger species can inflict a painful bite that can break human skin and cause pain and swelling, similar to a bee sting. Earwigs – Contrary to popular myths, earwigs do not burrow into
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