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10 Facts About Rats You Never Knew
It may seem like rats are causing more turmoil than ever in urban settings, such as Atlanta, New York, and Miami. Other cities, such as Chicago, however, took control of their problem in an aggressive systematic attack on rats and Canada’s Alberta province boasts the largest inhabited area known to be completely
Creepy Facts About Spiders You Won’t Believe
While spiders, generally speaking, are pretty interesting with their abilities to spin webs, creating their own homes as well as a lair for their unsuspecting prey, humans, on the whole, perceive these eight-legged animals as creepy and something to fear. Sure, if a tarantula appears in your kitchen, just as you are
Have A Bee Issue? Here’s What We Can Do
While honey bees are essential to the global food supply as they pollinate crops, honey bees are also solely responsible for the production of honey and beeswax. Both products are commodities in many cultures – honey due to its delicious flavor and health benefits and beeswax for its many uses in skin
How To Get Rid Of Tiny Black Bugs
In South Florida, bugs are never in short supply and the occasional pest that ventures into your home from outdoors should be no cause for alarm. Tiny black bugs in your kitchen are often brought into your home in cardboard boxes or paper bags, along with your groceries. One or two bugs in
How Pests Get In Your Home – A Guide
South Florida’s warm and sunny climate draws throngs of visitors annually to escape the harsh, bleak winters in the Northeast and Midwest. The sunshine state’s tropical climate and pristine beaches also attract household pests. Living in paradise comes with its downsides; insects and rodents trying to come into your home can be
Nice Grass – How To Keep Your Lawn Full & Green All Year Long
Nice grass is what all homeowners want and one of the most elusive things to attain, it seems. Most people don’t know how to care for their lawns, getting bad advice, or just not knowing proper procedures for growing and maintaining a great lawn. We have gathered some lawn care tips to
10 Most Common Summer Pests In Florida
Well, it’s summer, the time of year we all enjoy taking vacations, visiting family, getting together for cookouts, pool parties, and picnics – especially this year. In South Florida, that also means household, garden, and yard pests are in their element, thriving in the Sunshine State’s signature heat and humidity. While some
May’s Most Wanted Florida Pest – Mosquitoes
In South Florida, you can’t really say May is the beginning of mosquito season because South Florida’s tropical temperatures and ample rainfall allow these pesky, blood-sucking disease-carrying vectors to exist year-round. Mosquitoes are simply more prevalent in the summer, as the rainy season usually runs from June through August. Over the past few years, if
Should I Be Worried About Termites? Yes, Here’s Why
In nature, termites’ role in our ecosystem serves several purposes. These involve breaking down fallen trees in forests, nourishing the soil, and clearing excess wood from forest floors where there is an overabundance of dead trees. Termite mounds are also useful in diverse environments in Africa, Australia, and South America allowing cheetahs
Every Bug Has Their Season A Seasonal Guide To Common Florida Pests
Pests in Florida can feel like a year-round problem. Although we might not have the typical four seasons that other parts of the country have, we do see increases in pest pressure and the types of pests found in South Florida homes throughout different times of the year. Learn more about the