Palmetto bugs are insects that are similar to American cockroaches. They are also called water bugs and flying water bugs. These insects are usually seen during the night, and they can be quite hard to find. They are known to spread a number of bacteria and other microbes that can be quite harmful to humans,…
Cockroaches are one of the most common yet most annoying pests. They are not only annoying, but they can also spread a lot of different types of diseases. The worst thing about cockroaches is that they can crawl all over your house, and they can do it really fast, making it very difficult to catch…
Gnats are small insects with wings that look very similar to fruit flies. These insects are commonly found in garbage cans, gardens, and rotten fruits. However, the real damage is done by the larvae of the gnats, which live underground. These larvae can completely kill plants, especially houseplants. Apart from that, gnats are a nuisance,…
Japanese Beetles are a common garden pest that is responsible for the destruction of several types of flowering plants. They can chew up the leaves, leaving behind only the skeleton-like structure, which can cause the tree to die. They are also a nuisance since they fly around the garden, and they often land inside the…
Rats or mice rodents are one of the most common household pests, and they are also one of the worst. Not only do the rats and mice steal your food, but they can also chew through virtually anything, causing massive damage. The problems are further amplified when you have a barn or food storage. Apart…
Pigeons are beautiful birds but they are a nuisance. They are infamous for dropping their feces anywhere and everywhere. They also often drive away other birds that you may want to have in your garden. Also, not to mention the huge variety of diseases they can spread. It is safe to say that pigeons are…
Skunks are a type of mammal that lives mainly in North America, but they are also found in surrounding countries. These animals are infamous for the foul-scented spray that they release whenever they feel threatened. This nasty odor itself is enough to repulse anyone, but skunks are also a nuisance because they feed on insects,…
Possums or Opossums are a type of marsupial, that are found mainly in America. These creatures feed on a variety of other pests such as insects and rodents. But this is why they can be a major nuisance for homeowners. Possums can easily be attracted to your garden if you have other pests like rodents….
Voles are infamous for chewing up anything and everything they can find in your garden. They are plant-eaters, which means they feed on roots, bulbs, grass, and tubers. They can also chew through bark and tree roots in the winter when food is scarce. This makes it impossible to grow anything in your garden if…
Grubs are small white larvae found in soil. Although sometimes they are referred to as grub worms, they are actually beetle larvae, and once they mature they climb out of the soil as full-grown beetles. These larvae are quite destructive to garden plants, as they feed off the roots as well as the shoots of…