Summertime and warm climates bring pool parties, barbecues, flowers, and consequently…bees. Not only are these visitors uninvited, but they can quickly crash a party. Outdoor activities as simple as mowing the lawn can prompt a bee to feel threatened,...
Almost everyone has experienced these uninvited house guests – ants! Ants are found on every continent on Earth except Antarctica. According to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), ants are considered the #1 nuisance pest in America.
There is a lot of information out there about termites. Is all of it true? What are the real facts? Our resident doctor of entomology and author of Ask the Bug Doc, Nancy Troyano, will help you sort through...
People aren’t the only ones vulnerable to bites and stings from summer pests – your pets are also at risk. Dogs and cats are susceptible to a lot of the same illnesses caused by insect bites as humans. One...
If you have never heard of the giant whip scorpion, its name may sound rather terrifying. You may become even more afraid if you see one outside your home or business. But should you be afraid? And will this...
With work, school and other responsibilities, we often don’t have time to spend outdoors. When we do, hikes on the trail or relaxing in the backyard are great ways to enjoy the beautiful weather. Unfortunately, nice weather brings out...