Pests

Pill bugs go by many names. A roly-poly is a name for some while others know them as woodlice, armadillo bugs, potato bugs, policies, and even tiggy-hogs. If you’re out

If you’ve ever found a swarm of gnats in your home, you might be wondering why they’ve arrived. Most gnats move to find a food source and lay eggs, so

According to a study from the Journal of Food Protection, fruit flies are responsible for many foodborne illnesses. So, what are the ways we can do to get rid of

Termites, one of the most common types of pests, are known as the “silent destroyers”, because of their ability to chew through wood undetected. But eating wood is not the

Do you have potato bugs in your garden? If so, you’re not alone. These pesky insects can be found in many parts of the world, feeding on leaves and potatoes

If you’ve ever walked around a large grassland area and found some strange tunnels with wide entrances, you’ve probably come across a colony of prairie dogs. Despite their peculiar name,

Hornworms are one of many insects we incorrectly call “worms”. In reality, these interesting creatures are the caterpillars that later in their life turn into the large Sphinx moth. They

There are many pests and troublesome insects homeowners have to watch out for nowadays. The list is constantly growing too and Japanese beetles are climbing it rather quickly. Often found

If you’ve ever seen an animal or a person persistently scratching a part of their body, they might suffer from fleas. Fleas are small irritating parasites that are known to