If you’re like most people you’ve probably never heard of cluster flies. Chances are good, however, that you’ve seen some. They range widely across North America and look somewhat like large house flies. But there are significant differences. First of all, cluster flies move more sluggishly and slowly than other species. Watching one you might […]
Fall is the time of year when days grow shorter, chilly temperatures prevail, and spooky sights start popping up everywhere. But it’s not just the season for ghosts, pumpkins, cider, and more. It’s also prime time for pests to sneak indoors in search of winter homes. Uninvited guests like spiders, mice, rats, cockroaches, bats, centipedes, […]
Ah, fall—a time of colorful leaves, comfy sweaters, and…rodent roommates? Those little critters known as mice and rats are gearing up for their winter vacation, and they’ve got their eyes set on your cozy abode. But for mice and rats, fall is the start of house-hunting season. As the weather cools down, rodents start looking […]
Drat Those Gnats! If you’ve ever seen a cloud of small flying specks circling a fruit bowl or sink, you’ve probably met a gnat or two. These little pests are more than just annoying—they reproduce fast and seem to come from nowhere. But what are gnats really, and how can you stop them from turning […]
Summer’s warm embrace also brings the buzz of flying insects. Like other creatures inour environment, they all have a place. But some pose particular problems. They canbecome nuisances and may pose dangers as well. Wasps and hornets are a couple of species that fall into this category. Sometimesconfused with bees, here’s how you can tell […]