Category: Biting Insects
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Top Winter Pests Coming Our Way in Several Months
Winter is fast approaching and it’s time to hunker down and get ready for the onslaught of the winter bug and pest invasion. It happens every year. While some pesky pests go into hibernation, others will be scouting out new winter accommodations and your home is at the top of the list. Be prepared and…
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Do Cockroaches Bite? Yes They Can!
Cockroaches can be a major nuisance by leaving droppings throughout your home and spreading germs, but they can also pose another threat. These common pests can bite in some cases, although they rarely do so. German cockroaches, which are typically seen indoors, are more likely to bite people when looking for food or water. These…
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Fall Pests That Plague New Jersey Residents
Fall is upon us and along with the beautiful fall colors to brighten up the day, there’s also a down side. When fall arrives, so, too, does the hunt by summertime insects that fly, crawl, or sting, wily rodents, and others, to find the perfect residence to hunker down for the winter season. Five Fall…
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Itching at Night? It May or May Not be Bedbugs
One of the first things many people suffering from itching during the night consider is that they’ve being bitten by bed bugs. With the bed bug population increasing and their ability to infiltrate homes and businesses with ease, it’s a reasonable assumption. Unfortunately, while jumping to the conclusion you’ve been bitten by a bed bug…
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Do You Know Your Bedbug? Insects that Look Like Bedbugs
With bed bug infestations increasing, it’s important to be able to accurately identify these tiny pests and have them taken care of as quickly as possible. Bed bugs are brownish or reddish in color and have an oval-shaped body, but several other types of bugs have a similar appearance. The following bugs are sometimes mistaken…
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Brace Yourself for a Clover Mite Invasion in New Jersey
Tiny reddish-brown bugs known as clover mites can be a common sight in and around households in New Jersey during fall. These little pests don’t bite or cause damage, but they can leave red stains behind when you crush them. Clover mites get their name from their diet, which mainly consists of clover and grasses.…