Not only are the bites from mosquitoes annoying and itchy, they can also be deadly. The Middleton Culex Mosquito can carry diseases such as yellow fever, malaria, dengue fever, encephalitis and West Nile virus. Mosquitoes hunt for food by detecting body heat or the carbon dioxide that humans exhale. Male mosquitoes feed on plant…
DetailsIdentification: Star Blow Flies are easily recognizable by their blue/green metallic bodies. They are 1/4″ to 1/2″ long. Blow Flies are attracted to garbage containing meat scraps, dead animals or animal wounds. Once they find these things, they lay their eggs. While it’s common to get Blow Flies inside your house every once in…
DetailsKuna voles can cause major damage to your yard or property. They burrow in tunnel systems underground. Without proper prevention or professional pest control, voles are known to ruin lawns, golf courses, parks and crops. They can also cause damage to orchards and other plants. This could affect places such as the Falcon Ridge Golf…
DetailsParma Mice infestations are one of the most common pest problems that we face, especially in the colder times of the year. Mice are known to damage homes, contaminate food, and spread disease. They usually enter our homes in search of either food or shelter. They can squeeze through very small openings, which makes it…
DetailsSpiders are a major fear of people everywhere. Meridian Jumping Spiders are actually fairly cute, though! Here are some fun facts about this adorable little arachnid! Fun Facts There are 300 species of Jumping Spiders found between the United States and Canada, with more than 4,000 known species in the world! Jumping Spiders…
DetailsEagle Crab Spiders take creepy to a new level. Named after their crab-like shape, they are known to walk sideways or backwards, like many crabs. Identification: Depending on the species, Eagle Crab Spiders can be 1/2” to 1” in size. Most Crab Spider species are brown, but they can come in colors such as…
DetailsGophers can quickly wreak havoc in your yard. They can be responsible for ruining lawns, killing trees and destroying gardens. Gophers build complex underground tunnel systems. They use their legs and teeth to push dirt out of their tunnels and onto the grass above. You can identify a Garden City Gopher problem by their crescent-shaped…
DetailsWhile most people consider house flies to be a nuisance, we have become accustomed to having them in our homes. Many people don’t realize that they can also pose a danger to us. Identification: Caldwell house flies are ⅛” to ¼” in length. They are a dark grey color with red eyes. Females are usually…
DetailsDid you know that German Cockroaches are known to spread and transmit several types of human illnesses? Homedale German Cockroaches often feed in areas such as dumpsters, sewers and garbage disposals. While feeding, they pick up bacteria on their bodies and legs and can carry those diseases inside your home. As the German Cockroaches…
DetailsMiddleton Little Black Ants are a common sight, especially in the summer time. While they’re not dangerous and do not transmit disease, they can be quite a nuisance. They can be found throughout the United States and are approximately 1/16 – 1/8 inch in size. Contrary to their name, they can be either a…
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