Category: Bees & Wasps
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What Would Happen to a World Without Bugs – Thought for the Day
Ants, flies and other bugs prompt many NJ homeowners to seek help from Monmouth County pest control experts. While these bugs can be a headache for homeowners, the world would be in much worse shape if all of them disappeared. A world without insects would affect all life on the planet. Bugs play a crucial…
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Insect Sting Index – Where Do Your Problem Pests Rank?
Several species of insects can cause you considerable pain thanks to their stings, but which ones hurt the most? A researcher from the University of Arizona has taken a painstaking approach to figure this out. Justin Schmidt, an entomologist, has been stung by more than 80 insects all in the name of science. Schmidt allowed…
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303 Species of Insects Make Their Home in New Jersey What Are They?
While ants and termites are among the main reasons that NJ residents need Monmouth County pest control services, there are hundreds of other insects in the state. While some of these are considered beneficial to have around, others are considered pests. Some of these pests can increase the risk of health problems, while others can…
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What to Know About the Baldfaced Hornet?
When you see a big black and yellow flying insect, you might assume it’s a hornet, but some of these are actually different species. The baldfaced hornet is a yellowjacket species that Monmouth County pest control professionals deal with. Here’s what you should know about this stinging insect. Baldfaced hornets are common in most of…
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Just How Did Insects Survive the Winter to Bug Us?
As the weather warms up, Monmouth County pest control experts stay busy. The warmer weather means that NJ residents will soon be seeing more bugs. While some insect species die off during winter, others are able to make it through the colder months thanks to biological adaptations. Scientists have discovered that some species of bugs…