Nature has its way of surprising us with both beautiful and troublesome creatures. Among the latter is the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), an invasive insect species that has become a [...]

Black garden ants, scientifically known as Lasius niger, are common pests found throughout much of the world. Although they are not harmful to humans, they can be a nuisance when [...]

Carpenter ants are a common pest that can cause significant damage to homes and buildings. Unlike termites, carpenter ants do not eat wood; instead, they tunnel through it to create [...]

  If you're a southern resident, you may be wondering if you should be concerned about Lyme disease. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks. Ticks feed on [...]

If you have pets, you may wonder if pest control products are safe. The answer is yes, as long as you take some precautions. Here are a few things to [...]

As the weather gets colder, you may notice fewer bugs around. This is because many insects enter a state of dormancy called diapause to survive the winter. Diapause is similar [...]

You may think that the winter is a break from pests flying and crawling around, but they might just be hiding somewhere in your house! Some pests are known to [...]

  Yellow jackets become more aggressive in the Autumn as temperatures drop and food sources dwindle. You may notice them flying around trash, your BBQ picnic, or your hummingbird feeders [...]

Many ingredients found in some pesticides are toxic chemicals. After all, they are made to kill bugs—so should you not question if they may be harming you or your [...]