If you have ever wondered what ants do during cold weather, moving into human houses was probably not high on your list of answers. Obviously, in natural circumstances, ants hibernate and find other warm, dry places to spend the cold weather if they can. However, if you’ve ever experienced a sudden influx of these bugs…
Have you ever wondered what attracts ants? If you have discovered ants in your home, you’re likely to be looking for the answer to exactly this question, and ants are anything but welcome guests in many households. They get into food supplies, they bite, and they can be very destructive if they take up residence…
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…
Aphids are incredibly destructive plant pests and the bugbear of gardeners and crop growers worldwide. They are transmitters of plant disease and destroy their host plants. After infestation, the plant will show stunted growth, deformation, low yields, and sometimes even death. It’s essential to act fast once you have identified an aphid infestation. While insecticide…
Wasps are fascinating and widely undervalued insects. Humans often fear them because of their ability to sting, but they are of immense ecological importance. In this article, we take a look at the benefits of wasps and how you can encourage them into your garden and live harmoniously alongside them. Wasps are Good for Pest…
As an avid lover of gardening, there’s nothing I find more disappointing than a fungal disease attacking my plants. Whether you’re a gardening pro or are nurturing your very first plants, you can find your garden unexpectedly struck with illnesses. This devastating event can ruin your plants and put all your efforts to waste. Many…
