If you’re like most people, you probably think of pests as bugs that invade your property in the summer. The category is much broader than that, including insects, arachnids, amphibians, reptiles, and even mammals of various types. Plus, they’re active all year long. In fact, they can be a bigger problem and cause more damage […]
You know bees…those fuzzy, flying insects with yellow and black stripes. They’re known for a few things, like pollinating, stinging, and their hard work. This month we’d like to share a few other facts you may not know about these buzzy insects… Bees are found on every continent except, of course. Antarctica, and in every […]
It’s night. Outside, clouds march over the face of a full moon. Leafless trees dot the stark landscape while a north wind moans through limbs and past walls. Suddenly, a series of scritching, scratching, noises capture your attention. It’s very apparent you are not alone! Sounds like the opening scene of a scary movie, right? […]
Here’s an amazing fact: there are more than 100,000 species of wasps. In general, wasps have little hair, bright colors and a very narrow waist. Most wasp species feature black and yellow color patterns. Because of this, people sometimes confuse them with bees. However, there are some key differences that can help you determine which […]
Have you ever seen large black bees flying around your house in the late spring and early summer? Likely as not these are carpenter bees on the prowl for a mate and a favorable place to construct their nests. Although less aggressive than wasps, male carpenter bees can become aggressive, often hovering directly in front of anyone […]