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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...