Terminix International: Wasps
By Stoy Hedges, BCE Where cicada killer wasps (Sphecius spp.) have congregated in larger numbers, nesting in a particular landscape bed, the wasps can be deterred from using that site for nesting by...
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By Stoy Hedges, BCE All spiders have venom glands, but the venom of most spiders is not dangerous to people. Two exceptions in the United States are the black widow (three species) and the brown...
View ArticleTerminix: Ants
Three kinds of animals fight battles in formations: humans, crows and ants. Perhaps that’s why various species of pest ants still hold the title as the No. 1 invader of homes and businesses. Carpenter,...
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Tips and Tricks: Birds Will Nest Anywhere; Be Prepared Indoors or Out
Stoy Hedges – Terminix Although most bird control and exclusion work occurs outside buildings, birds will nest inside attics or ceiling voids occasionally because of openings. All animals have...
View ArticleTips and Tricks: ‘Start with the Insect’ When Dealing with Stored Product Pests
Of the more than 30 species of beetles that infest stored products, only a few are considered serious pests. Some, like the rice weevil and lesser grain borer, are far larger pests in farm-stored grain...
View ArticleTerminix International: Wasps
By Stoy Hedges, BCE Where cicada killer wasps (Sphecius spp.) have congregated in larger numbers, nesting in a particular landscape bed, the wasps can be deterred from using that site for nesting by...
View ArticleTerminix: Spiders
By Stoy Hedges, BCE All spiders have venom glands, but the venom of most spiders is not dangerous to people. Two exceptions in the United States are the black widow (three species) and the brown...
View ArticleTerminix: Ants
Three kinds of animals fight battles in formations: humans, crows and ants. Perhaps that’s why various species of pest ants still hold the title as the No. 1 invader of homes and businesses. Carpenter,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Tips and Tricks: Birds Will Nest Anywhere; Be Prepared Indoors or Out
Stoy Hedges – Terminix Although most bird control and exclusion work occurs outside buildings, birds will nest inside attics or ceiling voids occasionally because of openings. All animals have...
View ArticleTips and Tricks: ‘Start with the Insect’ When Dealing with Stored Product Pests
Of the more than 30 species of beetles that infest stored products, only a few are considered serious pests. Some, like the rice weevil and lesser grain borer, are far larger pests in farm-stored grain...
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