Bugs on the Menu: Edible Insects Around the World (Yes, even in the U.S.!)

We usually talk about ways to control pests and keep them away from your kitchen. Thismonth we’re turning the table…pun intended! Why? More and more people arerethinking the place of insects in their lives and are actively promoting them as a form ofnourishment.The fact is insects have been a food source for centuries, usually in […]

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What are Ground Emerging Wasps?

That’s a great question! Although you may not be familiar with this term, you’ve certainly heard of many species found in this category. They got the name “ground emerging” because they spend a lot of time underground, coming to the surface when they need to hunt, feed, or interact with other wasps.  Most of these […]

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How Did Rats Shape American History?

For the most part we humans are a curious lot. We’re always looking under rocks, climbing mountains, and experimenting with new ideas to see what’s there or what will happen. It’s no wonder so many people say travel is one of their favorite pastimes. The yearning to visit different locations burns brightly in many souls. […]

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Spring Pests to Watch Out for in 2024

Spring is like a roller coaster track that brings pests out of hibernation and straight into summer.Since we’re coming off a mild winter, you need to prepare for for a “spring shower” of unwantedguests! Here’s a sneak preview of what you can expect: Ants, Ants…all Kinds of Ants! Have you ever heard a children’s tune […]

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Are Mice in my Home?

A gray blur momentarily catches your attention. Turning your head you see nothing, and shrug it off as a momentary shadow. A few days later you notice little squeaks accompanied by scratching sounds behind a cabinet, and notice some blackish rice-grain sized pellets in your pantry. As the evidence mounts you finally come to the […]

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