Tag: NJ Pests
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Spiders Frequently Found in NJ Homes and Businesses
Spiders are no strangers to most NJ homeowners. In fact, the state is home to around 39 species. Find out more about some common species of spiders that you might see in or around your home. Common House Spider This brown spider is sometimes mistaken for a “brown widow” thanks to its coloring, but it…
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Smithsonian Loves NJ Residents’ Jumping Spider Image
Some pests have a photogenic and magnetic personality. So it is with jumping spiders. Recently this tiny spider was photographed by NJ resident, Barbara Storm, who submitted a picture of the spider perched on a begonia pedal to the 13th annual Smithsonian photo contest. According to Ms. Storm, the jumping spider lives in the backyard…
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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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Are Pavement Ants Swarming into Your Monmouth County Home or Business?
As the ground warms, pavement ants start swarming up from their underground nests in search of food. You’ve probably seen these small ants massed along the edges of sidewalks or swarming over dropped food. Black to brown and barely 1/8 inch long, pavement ants live in nests under sidewalks, driveways, patios and slab-constructed buildings. A particular nuisance in the…