Category: News
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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…
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Why Moles And Voles Are Bad For Your Yard
Moles and voles might seem more like cartoon characters than real animals, but there’s nothing funny about the damage they can cause. Educating yourself about their appearance and behavior can help you quickly address any threats they present to your yard. Although their names sound alike, the similarities end there. Moles are grey to dark brown…
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Why Do it Your Self Doesn’t Always Work With Ants
Have you been spotting ants in your home often enough to make you uneasy? These tiny, seemingly harmless insects don’t appear to be much of a match against humans. However, you should proceed with caution. Do-it-yourself extermination methods can backfire and actually make the problem worse. Out in nature, ants are an important part of…
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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…
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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…
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Five Fun Facts About Clover Mites
As tiny as the period at the end of this sentence, clover mites are not insects, but arachnids, like spiders. Bright red and oval in shape, clover mites are herbivores. These mites suck the sap from plants and will feed on all kinds of plants but prefer grass, particularly lush Monmouth County, New Jersey lawns!…