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Here we talk about anything and everything bug related. Big and small, from ticks and bed bugs to roaches and termites; from bugs and insects to mice, rats, squirrels and rodents. Follow us to keep track of the new pests you should be worried about in your area. Get the latest news on pests, tips on how you can keep pests away from your home and business, and some other fun and interesting tidbits about bugs.

Remove a tick that is attached to your skin

Posted on September 19, 2019

Doctors recommend the following tips: Use tweezers to remove the tick. Sterilize the tip of the tweezers using rubbing alcohol and grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible. Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Avoid twisting, squeezing or crushing the tick, as this can... more

How To Tell A Spider Bite From A Mosquito Bite | Bug Tip Tuesday

Posted on September 17, 2019

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When mosquitoes bite, they make one hole. Some saliva is injected, and then they drink up blood straight from the capillary. The bite can swell and itch, or not be noticed. Some mosquitoes spread rather dangerous diseases, like malaria or dengue fever. Spiders inject venom from one or two... more

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Why Do Squirrels Bury Nuts?

Posted on September 16, 2019

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If you live in a rural area, or near a park, you’ve probably observed this unique squirrel behavior. When the weather catches a chill, these bushy-tailed creatures begin what looks like preparation for a wide-scale scavenger hunt. In great numbers, these squirrels begin to bury nuts! Squirrels... more

Tagged with: eastern gray squirrel, squirrel

Lyme Disease Awareness

Posted on September 15, 2019

Lyme disease is an infection that is caused from an infected deer tick. The deer tick is very small – about the size of a small freckle. Lyme disease occurs mostly in the Northeast, upper Midwest and Pacific coast areas in the United States. Only infected deer ticks that attach to the skin can... more

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Yellow Jacket behaviors

Posted on September 13, 2019

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Yellow jackets share much behavior and ecology with their relatives the European hornet. Females usually spend the winter in protected locations outdoors and start new colonies in the spring. These colonies can be underground, within voids in walls or man-made structures such as sheds or old cars,... more

Tagged with: yellow jacket behavior, yellow jacket pest control, Yellow Jackets

What are bed bugs?

Posted on September 12, 2019

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Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) are small, brown, and flat-bodied bugs that feed on human or animal blood. They are about the size of an apple seed and after they eat, their bodies turn more bloated and red in color. These small bugs can move quickly by crawling. Though they do have wings, they... more

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Tick bite awareness | Bug Tip Tuesday

Posted on September 10, 2019

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If you develop any symptoms within a few weeks after a tick bite, such as a rash, fever or body aches, see a board-certified dermatologist. Make sure you tell the doctor about your recent tick bite, when the bite occurred and where you most likely acquired the... more

Tagged with: tick, tick awareness, tick bites

Symptoms of a Sick Squirrel

Posted on September 9, 2019

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A normal, healthy squirrel is famous for its perky nature, healthy-looking fur, a high level of energy, speed, and precision. Although squirrels can carry disease and show absolutely no visible symptoms, noticing some changes in usual squirrel appearance and behavior can indicate that the creature... more

Tagged with: flying squirrels, grey squirrels, squirrels

Autumn Yellow Jackets

Posted on September 8, 2019

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Autumn is the season that yellow jacket workers become quite aggressive. At the Labor Day picnic yellow jackets battle for hamburgers or barbecued chicken to feed the developing queens back at the hive. Yellow jackets also are common around sweets such as fallen fruit or open cans of soft drinks.... more

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Bed bugs are difficult to treat

Posted on September 6, 2019

Bed bugs have become more prevalent in the last decade, making them a larger concern for many residents, travelers, business owners, and other organizations. They infest many different spaces, including: Hotels Apartments Motels Shelters Day care facilities Nursing homes ... more

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