There is a great deal of media sensationalism and misinformation about ticks these days. Here is a quick quiz to test your knowledge and keep you informed – the answers may surprise you. Not happy with your results or just want to learn more? Check out some of our other … [Read more...]
The Life & Times of a “Bug Blogger”: Missing in Action
Have a budding entomologist or future bug blogger on your hands? Below, expert entomologist and bug blogger Eric Eaton shares the humorous adventures he encounters in his career in order to bring us the latest fun facts, information, and breaking news on bugs. Oops, I Lost A … [Read more...]
New & Effective Bed Bug Treatment Shows Promise
It is currently estimated that one in four U.S. households is occupied by bed bugs, an alarming statistic considering that only a decade or so ago the Bed Bug, Cimex lectularius, was barely on the radar of entomologists. Effective, non-toxic, and affordable treatments have been … [Read more...]
Basic Bed Bug Prevention
The old adage "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" is certainly true for bed bugs. They stubbornly refuse to be eradicated once they get established in your home. Here are some helpful hints for how to avoid them in the first place. Know What a Bed Bug Looks … [Read more...]