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Fall Pest Guide: Box Elder Beetles (Part 5)

Fall Pest Guide: Box Elder Beetles (Part 5)

Box elder beetles are considered to be a common nuisance in the United States. These annoying pests are approximately a half inch in length. The insects are mostly black, but, do have red or reddish-colored lines on the back section of their bodies. These insects...

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Fall Pest Guide: Crickets (Part 4)

Fall Pest Guide: Crickets (Part 4)

Thank you for reading the third installment of our series, “Fall Pest Guide”. In the past few weeks, you have been introduced to a wide array of pests that commonly become a nuisance to humans during the fall months. These include spiders, mice, and stink bugs. This...

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Fall Pest Guide: Stink Bugs (Part 3)

Fall Pest Guide: Stink Bugs (Part 3)

Now that fall is in full-swing, many are starting to notice a wide array of creatures, insects, and pests. While the trees are lined with colorful displays of the crisp, cool season, many lawns and homes are becoming lined with pests and becoming a nuisance to humans....

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Fall Pest Guide: Mice (Part 2)

Fall Pest Guide: Mice (Part 2)

We all enjoy the fall months. The season comes with a variety of changes that are highly appealing to the senses. Examples include displays of beautiful colors in the scenery, and cooler air. As mentioned in Part 1 of our series last week, “Fall Pest Guide: Spiders”,...

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Fall Pest Guide: Spiders

Fall Pest Guide: Spiders

Fall is considered to be a favorite season among most. It signals the start of cool, crisp air, the transition of leaves from green hues to colorful red, orange, yellow, brown, and purple varieties, and fun-filled gatherings surrounding football season, Halloween, and...

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Millipedes and Centipedes

Millipedes and Centipedes

Millipedes and centipedes, contrary to popular belief, are not insects due to the fact that they possess more than six legs. However, they are considered to be invertebrates and are closely related to insects. When living outdoors, these creatures are considered to be...

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Earwigs – The Most Common Pest in Home Gardens

Earwigs – The Most Common Pest in Home Gardens

When it comes to common pests in home gardens, earwigs are ranked as the most common. According to pest control professionals, these creatures have the ability to completely devastate small vegetables, soft fruits, corn silks, and annual flowers; however, the insects...

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The Dangers of Bed Bugs

The Dangers of Bed Bugs

According to medical professionals, scientists, and even pest control professionals, there are many potential dangers of bed bugs. These insects are very small, flat, and extremely parasitic. They feed only on the blood of humans and animals. The insects are typically...

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Crane Flies – A Comprehensive Guide

Crane Flies – A Comprehensive Guide

Crane flies are a type of insect that resemble exceptionally large mosquitoes. These flies have very slender bodies and legs that look very similar to stilts. The legs are considered to be deciduous, meaning that they are easily capable of falling off of the insect...

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