There are about 12,500 different insect species known to inhabit Central Florida today. The Eastern Velvet Ant is native to the Eastern United States and are known to have the fourth most painful sting in the insect sting pain index! Known by the formal name Dasymutilla Occidentalis, an adult will […]
Continue reading »When you see a pest that is running around your home the first thought is to run or grab a shoe. Smashing a pest that is willing to show itself is a great option but it only will take care of the pest that you smooshed. If you see one […]
Continue reading »Mice are a common pest that homeowners may fight all year long. However the winter season is typically the worst time and towards the end of winter you may find your home completely infested. Field mice are one of the most common species of mice next to the house mouse. […]
Continue reading »Florida lawns and gardens are under siege from the Armyworm. Known for invading in large groups and consuming anything in its path is the reason these caterpillars got the name armyworms. There are a number of armyworm species. However, Florida seems to be home to five different species of armyworms. […]
Continue reading »With warm weather fast approaching, home and business owners can expect to see an increase in pests, and if you happen to live in the southeastern U.S that includes termites. Pest control professionals refer to termites as silent destroyers because of their uncanny ability to munch their way through wood […]
Continue reading »With the change the in weather there is also a change in how we dress, act and what we do. The reason is that the weather determines how much time people are willing to spend outdoors. When it is cold out people want to stay inside where it is nice […]
Continue reading »Many wonder if Florida has a mosquito season or is it a year around problem due to the constant warm and humid climate. It is true Florida is the perfect climate for mosquitoes where they can thrive year around. However there is a peak during the year where mosquito populations […]
Continue reading »Pests are never welcomed guests in our homes. They can have such a negative impact in our lives that it is important to do all we can to avoid infestations. Though some pests can be brought into our homes inadvertently, most wander inside. When pests wander inside, they must look […]
Continue reading »When you look out at the community that you live in you will see all sorts of people. There are some people that work at the local grocery store, some at the school and others that build needed products so that our society can function. Each person has a job […]
Continue reading »When it comes to pests there are a few that get a bad rap. They are thought to be the worst of the worst and feared by many. One of those pests that people have a fear of is the spider! They are on the top of the list of […]
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