Living in harmony with the natural world around us has a lot of benefits. We’re all better when we establish a symbiotic relationship with the local ecosystem. This invariably means sharing space with some inhabitants of the animal kingdom. Most of the time that’s not a problem. Many of us enjoy seeing bunnies scampering through […]
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? […]
The term “house spiders” is used to describe a small number of species that are specially adapted for indoor conditions. They prefer a constant climate, and strangely enough, thrive where food and water are of relatively poor quality. As their name implies, house spider species prefer to stay inside. Most are seldom found outside. They […]
It’s kind of funny that my husband, the pest control expert, is afraid of spiders. But that’s what led him to his profession! When people hear about his fear they sometimes ask how he continues to do his job. Kevin’s answer: “Spiders are not a problem because I kill them!” Many people are afraid of […]