The world is full of myths and legends. Sometimes it’s hard to tell the difference between these myths and facts. Ants have their share of myths and falsehoods…
In a few months, termite season will be upon us again. Even though we are not seeing swarmers yet, these pests are still active, quietly consuming homes around Oklahoma. Because of this, it is important to not only know the signs of termites, but to be able to identify them when they appear. …
During the winter months, the number of calls regarding mice and other rodents goes up for my business drastically. This time of year, pests are doing everything that they can to find shelter from the cold weather. Here in Oklahoma, we have both mice and rats, like most places in the country. …
Eight legged insects haunt the dreams of many people. The reality of arachnophobia is all too real for many people. But the truth is, these insect hunters are very important to our ecosystem. They hunt and kill many pests that plague our homes, gardens and yards. Do spiders die in the…
Every year, the same questions come up. Will this year be a bad year for ticks? Should I be concerned about ticks in my home and yard? Questions like these are understandable when you understand how dangerous these insects have become. And here in Oklahoma, we have a bunch of them. …
Cockroaches are one of the most despised pests. They invade our homes and consume our food. They are dirty, carry and spread disease and quick to spread. Our dislike, and sometimes fear, of these creatures can sometimes lead to unrealistic ideas about what they can do. Do cockroaches make noise? …
For hundreds of years we’ve been consuming honey. How do we know this? Archaeologists in Egypt have found pots of honey buried in tombs. The honey found was crystalized, but after being heated was completely edible. Honey is easily one of the longest lasting preserved foods that we have. How do…