4 Common Pantry Pests in Florida
Common Pantry Pests in Florida Pantry pests, also known as stored product pests, are insects that infest dry food items like grains, cereals, flour, and dried fruits. These pests can quickly become a problem if left unchecked, leading to food waste and potential health risks. Here are some of the most common pantry pests found […]
Pest Control for Hotels: Essential Practices to Ensure a Clean and Safe Environment
Pest Control for Hotels: Essential Practices to Ensure a Clean and Safe Environment Hotels are places of comfort and hospitality, where guests expect a clean and safe environment. However, the constant flow of people and goods can inadvertently introduce pests, making effective pest control crucial. Here’s why pest control is beneficial for hotels, the common […]
Florida Ticks: How to Protect Your Home and Family from These Dangerous Pests
Florida Ticks: How to Protect Your Home and Family from These Dangerous Pests Living in Florida’s warm climate means dealing with various pests, including ticks. These tiny, blood-sucking arachnids pose serious health risks, transmitting diseases such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), and Southern tick-associated rash illness (STARI). Knowing how to identify and […]
Oleander Caterpillar – Will It Sting?
What is an Oleander Caterpillar? Identification and Habitat The oleander caterpillar, scientifically known as Syntomeida epilais Walker, is a brightly colored caterpillar with distinctive tufts of long black hairs. According to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), these caterpillars are native to the Caribbean and have spread across South America, […]
Ants are Marching
March Kicks Off Ants “Insect Reproduction Month”! Ants, roaches, silverfish, earwigs, spiders and many more creepy crawlies are building their nests preparing to begin their warm season foraging. Pest treatments are adjusted during this period in order to get the best results. Insect Growth Regulators, or IGR’s, play a vital role in today’s pest control industry. […]
Worms On My Citrus Tree!
Florida is an amazing place to live if you love a variety of animals and insects. While many people complain about all the “pests”, many are quite remarkable, even worms on my citrus tree. If you have citrus trees in your yard sooner or later you are going to notice a few damaged leaves and […]
