Stink bugs are probably the most appropriately-named insects ever! These nuisances are around through the growing season, but they become prominent in late summer and autumn as temperatures start to drop. That’s when they’re most likely to be seen inside. They are known for releasing a foul odor when disturbed. If you think you can […]
Boxelder bugs. Like a lot of people, you may have seen them but don’t know what they’re called. Their name comes from the fact they love to hang out around boxelder trees. Over time, people began associating the bugs with the plant, and the name stuck. These insects are small and smart. Their range extends […]
When temperatures rise, people and their pets flock outside to enjoy the nice weather. That’s a good thing. The great outdoors offers a lot of health benefits…unless your yard is filled with fleas and ticks! If you’re not careful, those benefits can turn to liabilities. Fleas and ticks are often mentioned together but are different […]
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 […]
While working last night I noticed a moth flitting around my lamp. I thought it interesting that, here in the middle of winter, a bug had managed to finding its way inside! We’ve put into practice the helpful tips I’ve shared in so many blogs, yet somehow a moth had gotten past the barriers. Looking […]