Silverfish are fairly mysterious to the average person due to their very speedy movements and tendency to live in damp, dark places. Known for damaging books, clothing, and contaminating food in your kitchen, these pests aren’t usually ones you want in your home. Learn how to spot them and how to get rid of them […]
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Imagine you are driving along, humming to a catchy tune on the radio, when you see a giant, hairy spider dangling from the rearview mirror. While the experience makes for a nerve-racking tale to share for days to come, you probably could have done without it. You might even start googling whether you need to
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You might have heard them called hairy crazy ants, tawny crazy ants, or rasberry crazy ants—named for exterminator Tom Rasberry, who was the first to spot this type of ant in the state of Texas in 2002. No matter which name you use, this species of ants are named for their way of moving erratically
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Brown recluse spiders have an imposing presence. Usually around ¼ – ½ “ in size, they can also grow as large as the size of a quarter (including their leg span), and their reputation precedes them. They’re typically considered to be one of the most dangerous spiders and not a species you want to mess
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Paper wasps can be beneficial for landscapes and gardens as their natural prey includes caterpillars and invasive pests, like the emerald ash borer, which can destroy ash trees. Despite the good that paper wasps can bring to the ecosystem, most people don’t appreciate their presence near the home. The sting from these insects is not
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European fire ants are a species of red ant predators that are often unknowingly transported from one area to another. You might find them in a bag of soil, a leaf pile, in mulch, inside a potted plant, or a rotting log or tree root. Once settled into a new environment, their colonies can grow
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Argentine ants may look like ordinary household ants, but they’re anything but. These invasive pests are originally from South America but have spread around the globe—and they’re especially problematic in warm-climate regions like California. Because they’re non-native, they disrupt local ecosystems, outcompete native ant species, and can threaten other insects, birds, and even plants. If
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If you live in the northwestern United States, you have probably heard about hobo spiders and have likely seen their webs. These small spiders are quick runners with big bites. But are they dangerous to humans? Learn more about hobo spiders, including what they look like, why they bite, and how to get rid of
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When faced with frayed, gnawed wires or rodents scurrying around your premises, you are bound to panic. In 2019, 14.8 million Americans reported seeing mice or rats in their homes. If you are a home or business owner dealing with this crisis, you need some practical tips on how to get rid of these pesky
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