European Crane Fly The European crane fly, tipula paludosa, is a species not native to the United States. It is an introduced species that feeds on grass roots and can be a pest in turf. Other crane fly species are native to the U.S., and these insects are not considered threats to lawns. In fact, […]
European Crane Fly The European crane fly, tipula paludosa, is a species not native to the United States. It is an introduced species that feeds on grass roots and can be a pest in turf. Other crane fly species are native to the U.S., and these insects are not considered threats to lawns. In fact, […]
Why Bed Bugs and Why Now? It is not entirely clear why the increased frequency of bed bugs has hit the United States recently. There are several reasons why we are just now hearing more about bed bugs. The reintroduction of bed bugs into our lives started about twenty years ago with more frequent reports of bed bugs in […]
The Real Story Behind Bed Bugs Were you paying attention in high school biology? Not to worry, we were and that is one of the reasons to engage a professional pest control company to take care of your home and protect your family from bothersome pests like bedbugs and spiders. Bed bugs are part of a group of blood […]
The Life Style of the Bed Bug Bed bugs are oval shaped, about a quarter of an inch in length and about the same width. They are very flat and can slide into very narrow cracks, seams and under bindings in bedding and furniture. They grow from eggs that hatch in about seven days, through five development […]
The state of Washington is facing a serious risk from an invasive species known as the Houdini fly. Because it targets the critical mason bees, one of the area’s most important agricultural pollinators, its presence in the state is a danger. The Washington State Department of Agriculture has issued a report in regards to […]
What Are the Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation? When you head to bed at the end of a long day, you expect to be able to sleep in comfort, but a bed bug infestation can leave you itchy and uncomfortable in the morning. Bed bug bites are not a serious health risk, but they […]
The United States is seeing an increase in bed bug infestations, and health professionals aren’t completely sure why. The increase may be due to an increase in travel, but what you need to know is the risk to your home. Bed bugs are hard to spot and reproduce prolifically, so all it takes is one […]
Bed bugs are becoming an increasing concern for homeowners and travelers. The big question is…how do I protect myself, my family, and my home from these little bloodsucking pests?! Here are 5 bed bug facts that will leave you pest-free. 1. Are bed bugs microscopic? Nope, nope, and nope. Adult bed bugs are oval-shaped, […]
