Allison Pest Control

Category: Insect Identification

  • Five Fun Facts About Box Elder Bugs

    The term “elder” usually applies to someone worthy of respect. That certainly doesn’t apply when it comes to box elder bugs. These distinctive-looking red and black insects more accurately qualify as an annoyance. Unlike many other pests, box elder bugs don’t transmit diseases or cause significant structural damage to a home. That doesn’t mean they’re…

  • Five Fun Facts About Carpenter Bees

    Often mistaken for large bumblebees, despite their similar size and docile nature, carpenter bees are very unique: 1. The women pack more punch. Distinguished from the solid black head of females, males lack stingers and can be identified by white or yellow patches. Both can be aggressive when defending nests and unnerve passersby unable to…

  • Five Fun Facts About Silverfish

    Never heard of silverfish? Also known as bristletails or firebrats, these extraordinary insects have lots of interesting features: They’re prehistoric. One of the oldest insects in the world, silverfish have inhabited the planet for over 400 million years – that’s 100 million years before dinosaurs even existed! They live a very long life. If you’re…

  • Is It a Bee or a Wasp?

    When something buzzes past your ear, it’s hard to tell if it’s a bee or a wasp. Even if you get a good look, you may not be able to tell the difference. Many bee and wasp species are amazingly similar in size and color. When Monmouth County home or business owners call with complaints…

  • From The Depths Creepy Crawling Silverfish

    Silverfish may sound like an exotic seafood used for sushi, but the truth isn’t nearly as glamorous. These pests can turn up as unwelcome guests in your home and become a major nuisance. Learn the tell-tale signs of an infestation and how to protect your household. While these insects are definitely based on land, not…

  • We Love Honey Bees, the Helpful Bee

    Honey Bees are in crisis. This beneficial insect, which pollinates the flowers that color our gardens and most of the agricultural crops we eat, has been under attack in recent years. Honey bee populations across the U.S. have been decimated by disease, pesticides, parasites, habitat loss and severe weather. For the past eight years commercial…