We’ve all been there – relaxing in the grass and the soft clover. We roll over and it is the unmistakable, sharp and burning sensation of a bee jabbing his pointy butt into our skin. That burning sensation comes from the defensive venom being delivered to our system. Reflexes shoot…
What’s the difference between a wasp and a hornet? Because wasps and hornets are one and the same, it may be hard to tell which flying insect is swarming, but these small details can be used to differentiate one from the other. Here is what you need to know regarding…
Since I work with insects and arachnids all day, I get excited to share my knowledge and experiences with my kids. I should be used to it by now, but it still surprises me when they show little interest in how that particular crawler develops or what that flying harpoon…
Some pests are known as seasonal invaders and others simply display their behaviors more prominently in one season over others. In order to mitigate the problems before they arrive, it is beneficial to know how the common pests relate to each season. Here are the pest problems categorized by season….
