Nature has a way of taking care of itself. Natural defenses are built up over time by living organisms to protect themselves from danger. Animals develop horns, sharp teeth, thick coats of fur and various other defenses. Plants are no different. Today we will discuss chemical defenses used by plants to ward off destruction by […]
It may start as an occasional small mound of dirt or a new hole that wasn’t there yesterday. You could see a small trench cave in or there could be some mysterious feces in your yard. These are signs that a mole or a family of moles has moved in. What Are Moles? Moles are […]
We all know that smell, the faint skunk smell in the distance. It’s bad but not that bad from very far away. But, as anyone who has ever been sprayed by a skunk can tell you, it’s 1000 times worse than you can imagine up close. People often panic when they get sprayed and it […]
We probably all know that factories, warehouses and even auto-repair shops sometimes will keep a cat on location to combat any rodents that may be trying to make that location into their new home. Cats have long been known as a valuable tool in the overall effort to fight pests. But can dogs be used […]
If you live near a body of water where there are a lot of mosquitoes in your area, you may consider securing some mosquito fish. The mosquito fish is a small freshwater fish whose scientific generic name is Gambusia. It is also called the Gambezi. The female is the larger of the species topping out […]
You can’t live anywhere in Florida, or anywhere in the United States for that matter, without knowing what a mosquito is. For Floridians, mosquitoes are a year long problem. But their numbers really grow in the spring and summer. Other flying insects also really thrive in the summer and spring months. In this article we […]
Termites cause billions of dollars annually in property damage in the United States, making them one of the most damaging pests. They are popularly known as the “silent attacker” because they may go unnoticed for years while inflicting significant damage on timber buildings. This silent sabotage gives rise to the common name. In this piece, […]
Pests are a typical issue that many homes have to deal with, and in areas close to bodies of water, they can be even more numerous. In addition, lakes, rivers, ponds, and other bodies of water can serve as prime breeding grounds for various pesky animals, from mosquitoes and flies to raccoons and rodents. In […]
Pests are a common problem for people who live in Palm Bay, Florida. Unfortunately, many kinds of pests are like the warm and humid weather in the area, and it’s easy for them to get into homes and businesses. Not only do these pests damage property, but they can also make people and pets sick. […]
Pests may be a considerable obstacle when caring for and maintaining a lovely lawn and yard in Brevard county, Florida. It may be challenging to maintain a lawn and yard in good condition since lawn pests, including yard pests, can cause harm to the plants, trees, and flowers in your yard. Rodents, spiders, ants, and […]