county in the state of Florida; borders Volusia county to the North, Orange and Osceola counties to the West, the Indian River county to the South, and the Atlantic Ocean to the East
Tropical weather, lush vegetation, and an overabundance of food make for the prime habitat of Florida spiders. There are many species native to our area, some harmless and others quite deadly. It is important to know how to identify them. The Black Widow One of the most well-known spiders in the world is the easiest […]
The cane toad is an invasive species also known as the Bufo Toad. It secretes a highly toxic mucous as a defense mechanism; however, it has a 100% death rate for your smaller dogs who mistake it for a chew toy. It was brought to Florida years ago and is now a dangerous nuisance not […]
There are many species of bees and are considered to be very dangerous to have around your home. Killer bees have become a serious problem over the years. Yellow Jackets and even native honey bee species should be properly removed by a licensed and insured pest control servicer. Spraying them with home remedies is just […]
The fall time is when rodents begin looking for warmer places with more readily available food. If you hear the scurrying of little feet in your attic, walls or crawl space, you may have a rodent problem. Roof rats and mice are the most common of culprits to invade your home and claim your residence […]
With an abundance of bugs in Florida, there is an abundance of lizards that eat them. The number one way to control your lizard population is to control their food source. If left unchecked, they can become quite a nuisance. They can cause damage to your plant life, invade your home and leave deposits unconducive […]
These silent destroyers will eat your home from the inside out. They are endemic to all parts of Florida and the Southeast part of the nation. Most likely they were accidentally brought over from the West Indies and have been a destructive force ever since. The good news is that they are easily treated and […]
Brevard County, like the rest of Florida, is notorious for their nocturnal insects. Almost nationwide, their reputation for harboring large flying roaches is enough to make anyone’s skin crawl. They have made horror movies about such monstrosities. But they are a very real nuisance and carry harmful diseases. Commonly referred to as Palmetto bugs or […]
A menace to lawns everywhere, moles can wreak havoc on a property in just a few days. Lawn damage caused by moles plagues homeowners and lawn care specialists alike. Seldom seen as they tirelessly tunnel underground, moles leave their telltale marks above ground as unsightly “mole hills”, mounds of soil, or grassless brown streaks. Think […]
Although called carpenter bees, their name is quite the opposite of what they actually do, destroy. In extreme cases, you may need to hire a carpenter to fix what they leave behind. Today we will learn about these pesky nuisances, and what it takes to get rid of them. Carpenter bees are large, shiny, black […]
We are constantly amazed and in awe of the dynamic aspects of the ecological systems found in nature. The world around us provides unlimited opportunities to discover and learn about the nature of our planet. Scientists have discovered the evolution of a new breed of termite, one that is quickly spreading across Florida and altering […]