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Carpenter Ants

Carpenter Ants

Carpenter ants are considered to be one of the largest-sized ants within the United States. These insects may measure up to 13mm in length. Most carpenter ants are black in color; however, there are those that are dark brown, reddish, or even yellowish. These ants are...

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Termite Swarm Season

Termite Swarm Season

Termite swarm season typically starts in the spring for subterranean termites; however, not all termites within this species swarm at the same time. Termite swarm season for the dry wood termites and the damp wood termites typically occurs during the summer months....

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House Mice

House Mice

House mice commonly invade homes during the spring months. These rodents are small and slender in nature. They are typically distinguishable by the small nose that is slightly pointed and their small size. These pests have small eyes that protrude just a bit and a...

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Rodents – A Comprehensive Guide

Rodents – A Comprehensive Guide

Rodents are not only pests, they are an absolute nuisance. It is challenging to keep such creatures from entering into structures. The average mouse has the ability to squeeze into a hole the size of a dime. The average rat has the ability to go through holes the size...

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Pavement Ants

Pavement Ants

According to statistics, pavement ants are considered to be one of the most common ant species within the United States. Despite their existence in such vast numbers, most do not consider pavement ants to be a nuisance; unless, of course, you find yourself struggling...

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Bed Bugs in Institutions – Part 8

Bed Bugs in Institutions – Part 8

For over two months now, we have expounded on the topic of bed bugs as they impact healthcare institutions in our multi-part series, Bed Bugs in Institutions. We thank you for continuing this series! You have learned general information about bed bugs, details on...

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Bed Bugs in Institutions – Part 7

Bed Bugs in Institutions – Part 7

In the past 6 weeks, you have learned a great deal about bed bugs in institutions – including how to identify bites, the potential health hazards of bed bugs, and how to start an integrated bed bug management approach. This week, in the 7th installment of our series,...

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Bed Bugs in Institutions – Part 6

Bed Bugs in Institutions – Part 6

Thank you for continuing our series, Bed Bugs in Institutions. In the past month or so, you have learned about the origin of bed bugs, the fact that bed bugs may result in the development of anemia and asthma, the dangers of insecticides, the steps to preventing and...

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Bed Bugs in Institutions – Part 5

Bed Bugs in Institutions – Part 5

As we continue with our series, “Bed Bugs in Institutions”, we have received many inquiries on how to determine if bed bugs are to blame for the bites that patients experience while in certain healthcare institutions. As stated last week, it is difficult to determine...

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