Wasps have a bad name. It’s not uncommon to see people running from these large insects. They are not pretty. Wasps are actually pretty intimidating to look at. Their bright colors warn larger animals to stay away because they can sting. But those same bright colors create fear in people. …
When we sleep, we are the most vulnerable. This is why bed bugs can be so frightening. These little creatures get into our beds and feed on us when we are least expecting it. The insect kingdom is truly heartless. But because these insects are so feared, there are many myths…
Many home owners fear the bite of a termite. These insects will eat away wood until the structural integrity of your home is compromised. But what about ants? The carpenter ant is equally dangerous. It, too chews on wood. They will burrow into wood and create entire colonies in your…
Termites are the scavengers of the insect kingdom. Don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of other insect scavengers, but termites are somewhat unique. Termites job in the ecosystem is to break down fallen and rotting trees. There are very effective at this. The only problem is that also means that…
Termites are one of the most feared insects. And this is with good reason. Home owners definitely should fear the damage that they do. But many people…
Growing up in the 80’s, I enjoyed Saturday morning cartoons. One of these cartoon, Alvin and the Chipmunks, stared three talking and singing chipmunks, adopted by a constantly tormented bachelor. Today, real chipmunks about in our woods, parks and yards. These small rodents are interesting in their own right. Let’s explore…
The insect world may be fascinating to some, but no one can deny the often it is disgusting. Of all of the insects in the world, few are more disgusting than the common house fly. It’s everywhere. You can find it in every state in the United States, and on every continent…
There are millions of homes in America today that have pets as part of their family. These dogs, cats and other animals live, eat, sleep and play next to…
Cockroaches are found today all over the world. They are ubiquitous. There are almost seventy different species of cockroach in North America alone. These tropical insects have…
Insects are small animals. They are largely out sized by many of their predators. So how do they survive? Each insect species uses a different set of…