Snails are not the most attractive creatures, and most of us cringe at the thought of these slimy pests crawling through our gardens. Nevertheless, these pests are all too real, and can become a serious problem. The giant African land snail is one of the most destructive, damaging snails found in the southern part of the [...]
Insects are pesky, sometimes dangerous creatures that will crawl their way into your home under the proper circumstances. They seek food, shelter, and moisture, and will go to great lengths to make their stay in your home a permanent one. To determine how to eliminate them you must first identify them. That’s where the 21st [...]
Golden-brown and almost transparent, pharaoh ants have increasingly become an indoor nuisance throughout the world. With tiny bodies and a tendency towards erratic behavior, these ants can lay hundreds of eggs in their lifetimes. Often, they target hospitals and other health establishments. Since these ants are native to tropical environments, most pharaoh ants can be [...]
Miller moths exist in large numbers in Colorado and other mountainous regions, and feed on plants and garden flowers. They can be a nuisance in homes, where they seek out windows or other sources of natural light and warmth. In their caterpillar stages they can also damage crops and other plant life. Miller moths emit [...]
Clover mites are invasive insects, and can become a nuisance in houses, nursing homes, and even hospitals. Although they are typically outdoor insects that feed on smaller insects and various plant life, they can can invade homes in large numbers, inhabiting areas such as beds, curtains, carpets, and pantries. They do not bite or transmit [...]
Bats are not the most glamorous creatures, nor are they sought-after as pets. However, some home owners and gardeners do seek to attract bats when insect populations have infested their property. Bats are excellent and effective insect predators. Despite the stories of bats being blood-sucking rodents that only come out during Halloween on a full [...]
Almond moths are like teenage boys, always in the kitchen searching for food. They often make their way into dried cereals, powdered milk, and other stored foods, especially in homes with central heating, and will quickly devour pantry contents. Larvae, which cause the greatest damage, feed on stored grains such as wheat and oats. Almond moths breed [...]
What has two wings and constantly irritates you during the summer? If you guessed “a mosquito,” then you’re right. This pesky creature can cause a host of annoyances, ranging from itching and burning to serious diseases such as West Nile virus. What makes these insects most troublesome, however, is their ability to mutate, which makes [...]
Have you ever gone to your pantry and opened up your favorite box of cereal, only to find that something has already beaten you to it? Have you noticed odd, suspicious holes in your cereal and grain boxes, and half-eaten corn flakes lying on your kitchen counter top? Although it may be possible that your [...]
Woodlice are small, dark brown, beetle-like insects with slightly hard exoskeletons. Like earthworms and ladybugs, they are often considered beneficial because they help to improve soil nutrient content, combat harmful insects, and promote soil health. However, they can also be pests. Woodlice love moisture, and will seek it out in practically any environment. This can often mean [...]