Chiggers are also known as Red Bugs, Berry Bugs, and Harvest Mites. They are reddish-brown in colour and prefer to live in damp, grassy, wooden areas, such as forests. They are most active from early spring to early autumn. Chigger bites are harmful to humans as they use their mouth to inject salivary enzymes through…
It would cost thousands of dollars for reparation of the wooden structures destroyed by termite colonies in your house. Therefore, it is important that you constantly look out for signs of termite infestation in and around your house, and plan a proper termite inspection and service in case of any emergency. Factors that Influence Termite…
Raccoons are also known as ‘Ringtail’ and belong to the Procyon genus. They belong to seven species of nocturnal animals defined by their ringed tail with five to ten black bands, short legs, and black ‘mask’ around their eyes. North American Raccoons are the most popular type of raccoon and vary from Northern – Canada…
Squirrels are small, bushy-tailed rodents found all over the world, and hibernate throughout various seasons, depending on their species and habitat. Sleep is an essential part of almost every creature’s life. The sleeping habit of a Squirrel differs from species to species and usually depends on their type as it determines the place where they…
Different Types of Possum Repellents There are two types of possum repellents available in the market. They are: Devices: Ultrasonic Devices use powerful light and to get rid of possums, raccoons. and other such animals. Sprays: You just need to spray the product around the infested areas to get rid of possums and other such…
Ultrasonic Pest Repellers are devices that make use of ultrasonic or electromagnetic rays and frequencies to get rid of various pests such as mosquitoes, bugs, and small rodents. These ultrasonic devices last for around four to five years and are much more effective as compared to other repellents available in the market. List of Top…
Termites may be extremely small in size but they have the ability to cause severe, irreparable damage to your wooden furniture and infrastructure. They can easily hide anywhere in your home, create a huge colony, and remain undetected for years. When a termite colony infests your house, it would take about three years for noticeable…
Voles are small, mouse-like rodents that have a rounded muzzle. Their ears are usually hidden by their fur and they have small eyes and a short tail. They are commonly found in Eurasia and North America. Damage Caused by Voles Voles mainly cause damage to young trees, shrubs, and plants by chewing the base of…
Can you just imagine how it feels when a Roach crawl on you? Especially when you are lost in your dreams at the night time? One of a Florida women shared that a roach was crawling inside her ear at night. So, the question here is why do these Roaches crawl on you at night…
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One of the most fascinating bird species that are scattered across the whole world especially in Europe, Asia, Africa, Northern Australia, and the Islands of the tropical Pacific, are the Starlings belonging to the Sturnidae family. A number of European and Asian species have interestingly been introduced to places such as North America, Hawaii, and…