Question: what Paleozoic Era creature has survived every type of natural catastrophe to become a common household pest in the 21st century? If you answered “the cockroach,” you’d be right! Despite floods, droughts, famine and fire, these seemingly indestructible insects have managed to thrive essentially unchanged since prehistoric times. Modern scientists have identified about 5,000 […]
When you think of Halloween decorations, giant spider webs are probably near the top of the list. They are among the most common elements people use to set a scary scene. They’re patterned after the real-life webs created by orb weavers, a spider group best known for their elaborate webs. This group includes a large […]
Here’s an amazing fact: there are more than 100,000 species of wasps. In general, wasps have little hair, bright colors and a very narrow waist. Most wasp species feature black and yellow color patterns. Because of this, people sometimes confuse them with bees. However, there are some key differences that can help you determine which […]
The term “house spiders” is used to describe a small number of species that are specially adapted for indoor conditions. They prefer a constant climate, and strangely enough, thrive where food and water are of relatively poor quality. As their name implies, house spider species prefer to stay inside. Most are seldom found outside. They […]
If you were asked to name a pest that comes indoors for the winter, mice would probably be the first you’d mention. While they are not the creature pest to seek warmth when temperatures fall, they are particularly well known for taking up residence in people’s homes. But houses and businesses aren’t the only place […]