Have you ever wondered what eats cockroaches? Cockroaches are small insects, and like many small insects, they have a good handful of natural predators, such as birds, frogs, toads, certain types of beetle, reptiles such as lizards, spiders, and even some household pets such as cats and dogs. While cockroaches do have plenty of predators,…
If you’re ever wondered “do cockroaches bite?” the answer is: yes, they can, but they rarely do so, and only in fairly extreme circumstances. You are unlikely to get bitten by a cockroach most of the time, but they are capable of piercing human flesh, and will do so in some limited situations. What Does…
Warmer weather brings a lot of joy with outdoor activities, grilling, and extended family time. Unfortunately, spring and summer also bring ants. One of the possibilities to kill them is bleach, but does bleach kill ants? The simple answer is no, but bleach can still be helpful to repel them. How Ants Survive One reason…
If you’ve had to deal with a cockroach infestation in your home or apartment, you might believe that they are indestructible and that they live forever. You’re probably wondering, “How can I get rid of these bugs?” or asking, “How long do cockroaches live?” Cheer up – you can kill them, and the typical cockroach…
Crickets are closely related to grasshoppers. They’re found in almost every place in the world, excluding Antarctica. There are many types of crickets with distinct eating habits- some feed on plants and others eat dead animals or insects as well as plant material like leaves and bark. Crickets eat food that is very similar to…
Crickets are seen as pests by many because they carry diseases such as E.coli and salmonella, which can be transmitted to humans through contact or ingestion of food exposed to cricket feces. Cricket waste also carries worms that can cause skin sores if you come into contact with them, so it is imperative that you…
Ants are one of the most common pests in America. Although they may not seem like much of a problem, ants can inflict huge damage to your home by eating away at wood and other organic materials that form structural support for homes. They also leave droppings everywhere which carry harmful bacteria or fungus spores…
Have you ever seen a swarm of flying ants? The ones that sprout wings and fly to mate in the spring or summer, right before they die. Well, sometimes these winged ants will happen to find their way into your home during this time period – if so, don’t worry it’s most likely by accident!…
It’s frustrating when ants invade your house, and your first thought may be to use dangerous chemicals or attack them with boiling water. Ants are both annoying and dangerous. You probably don’t want to kill them with chemicals, but you might have to resort to some non-chemical methods in the case of a massive infestation….
Do you have ants in your dishwasher? It’s important to get rid of them before they make a nest and start multiplying. Ants can be quite pesky, leaving behind an unpleasant odor in your kitchen or even causing damage to the unit. To get rid of ants from your dishwasher quickly and cheaply, seal up…
Ants typically live an average of one year, but the lifespan varies depending on how they are cast in their colony. Ant queens can usually survive for as long as 20 years while male ants die a few weeks after mating and worker ants generally only last about six months. The reason why ants have…
It’s not always easy to get rid of ants in your bedroom, but there are a bunch of different ways you can do it. First off, make sure that the room is thoroughly clean and free from any food sources or water supplies for the pesky creatures. If you want an instant solution just use…
With more than 12,000 ant species in the world, the answer to “do ants bite?” is a resounding yes! In fact, all species of ants can bite if they so choose. What we should be asking, however, is will ants bite? And the answer to that question depends on the species of ant. Which Ant…
Cockroaches can live both indoors and outdoors. Most species are more likely to be found inside, but some cockroach species prefer to be outdoors. Knowing where to look for cockroaches and what attracts them to specific environments can help you prevent and control an infestation. In this post, we will cover the most common places…
Cockroaches are an insect which means they have six legs. Because all insects have six legs (remember spiders are arachnids, not insects), this fact alone will not help you to identify a cockroach. In this post, we consider a cockroach’s anatomy in detail to be sure you are correctly identifying them. The Anatomy of a…
Understanding what cockroaches eat can help us to control them. The search for food drives much of the behavior seen in cockroaches. While they can go a long time without food if they need to, that doesn’t stop them from spending most of their time searching for food and eating. Cockroaches are known to infest…
Ants are fascinating little creatures with complex social structures. If you’re a lover of all living creatures, large or small, an ant infestation in your home gives you a real dilemma. While you don’t want to share your home with thousands of ants, killing them by any means seems cruel. The good news is, there…
Recently a reader was having difficulty getting rid of fire ants and wanted to know if I had a solution. He said he had tried Diatomaceous Earth red and white, hot water, saltwater and straight vinegar. Nothing seemed to work, and now the fire ants were nesting in their orchard! To hopefully give him an…
Let’s talk about ants. These tiny little insects can cause quite a problem when there’s an infestation. We’ve all experienced these uninvited guests at a picnic. Imagine an ant infestation in your car, though. It’s not only inconvenient; an infestation in a vehicle is also quite dangerous. Imagine driving on the freeway feeling that tickle…
