No see ums, or technically known as Ceratopogonidae are a type of flies that are very similar to mosquitos. Just like the female mosquitos, female see ums also feed on blood that helps her produce eggs for reproduction. These flies don’t generally invade inside your house but prefer moist grounds for their nesting. They can…
Carpet beetles are a kind of beetles that generally feed on different types of materials made from animals such as animal hair, wool, fur, leather and silk. They generally don’t like synthetic fabric but if soiled with oil or food, they might change their mind. These beetles enter your homes through open windows, doors, or…
Getting rid of boxelder bugs is no easy feat. These little creatures are a common household pest that can be quite bothersome if left untreated. Boxelder bugs feed on the sap of boxelder trees, and will often congregate in warm places such as inside walls in the winter time. In spring, they move to the…
Chiggers are part of the arachnid family and are also called red bugs. Although the larvae are incredibly small in size, they pack a potent punch with their bites. They are so small that you probably won’t notice them jumping on your skin from that tall blade of grass. As they catch a ride right…
Thrips are small, inch-long insects that feed on plants and thrips can destroy an entire crop in days. A serious infestation often means a yield loss of around 50%. Luckily, there are a number of ways to battle these pesky pests. You can eliminate thrips as well as health hazards to humans by using natural…
Dust mites are microscopic insects, not visible to the human eye, that feed on the shedding of human and animal skin. They breed prolifically, and millions of them live and eat literally within your home’s fabrics, such as your bed, carpets, soft furnishings, clothing, and everywhere dust appears to collect. A dust mite can manufacture…
Millipedes (Cylindrical-shaped) and Centipedes (Inch-long, thin) are creepy crawlers the average person would probably like to be rid of. Since they are decomposers, they are considered helpful insects because they break down dead plants and animals and serve as food for reptiles and amphibians. The vast majority of millipedes and centipedes are harmless (although some…
Earwigs pest is one of the most common species of earwigs found in human ears. The female earwigs lay their eggs on the ground, and when hatched, the nymphs feed on plants. Earwigs are herbivores (plant-eating animals) and have a flattened body with long antennae. Since earwigs feed on plants and crops, it is best…