Like ants, bees are mostly regarded positively. They’re hardworking, useful for the environment, and cute in their own ways. However, bees can also be pests, just like wasps. This is why it’s important to be prepared for a bee infestation and know what to do when it occurs. Why did
Social insects are known to build complex, intricate nests that are always interesting to study. Yes, even wasps, although their nests are somewhat simpler than those of ants or termites. Basically, a wasp nest is a giant nursery where the queen hatches and rears new wasps with the help of
There are two invasive fire ant species in the US – the black and the red variety. The black imported fire ant was first brought into the US by accident from South America. It landed in Mobile, Alabama, and to this day, the species has only managed to spread through
The Western Drywood Termite’s Social Habits, Survivability In Desert Areas, And Their Ability To Exploit Human Activity Them Particularly Resistant To Control Measures Several termite pests of homes and buildings can be found in Texas, especially in central and southern areas of the state where high humidity levels provide several
One of the main issues when dealing with rats is that you have to either trap them or poison them. Poisons work faster and kill more rats, but they will leave dead rats in hard to reach places, and they can be toxic to both humans and pets. Fortunately, there
Fire ants are more than a nuisance. As the name suggests, fire ants are so aggressive that they attack and repeatedly sting the victim if provoked. We would recommend not to deal with the fire ant infestations alone by yourself as it is risky for you and your family. Let
Age-related memory loss occurs due to changes in the “scaffolding” around nerve cells in the brain. However, researchers at Leeds and Cambridge have found that this memory loss can be reversed using genetic treatment. The “scaffolding” mentioned previously are perineuronal nets or PNNs, and they play a role in the
Dealing with Norway rats is a normal part of owning a farm. There are plenty of buildings and areas they are drawn to, including storage areas, poultry coops, barns and outbuildings. Here, the rats can find all the food and shelter that they need. The problem with Norway rats is
Insects sometimes astonish us with the structures that they are able to build. Termite mounds, ant colonies, bees’ nests, and spider webs. Spider webs are very complex constructions in their own right, especially when you consider that they are built by insects with extremely small brains. Yet, they are strong,
iPest and the National Pest Management Association are educating the public on ways to protect against dangerous summer pests Before heading to the beach or a backyard BBQ, iPest Solutions in partnership with the National Pest Management Association, is warning that summer pests will be out and about looking to
Fleas are small, tough insects that survive on the blood of mammals. They thrive in warm weather and warm climates, making them a threat particularly during the summer. However, they can also be a big issue during winter, because that’s when they look to move indoors. So no matter what,
Protecting Fruit Trees From Roof Rats Roof rats are not only a dangerous pest inside the home, they can also wreak havoc outside of it, particularly when it comes to fruit trees. In warmer climates, these rats will find plenty of food in fruit groves, and they can cost the
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