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Types of Flies
Types of Flies You Should Know About Flies are insects that are seen everywhere around the world. Belonging to the order Diptera, there are almost 120,000 species of flies that have been discovered and analyzed. But the ones that frequent homes and act as pests are fewer in number. All species of flies have two…
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Diseases spread by mosquitoes
What diseases do mosquitoes transmit? Each year, over a million people die throughout the world as a result of mosquito-borne illnesses. Mosquitoes can transmit several viruses, parasites, and other diseases that humans, horses, dogs, birds, and other species are highly susceptible to. While many diseases are easy to spot and prevent, as well as to…
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Role of Cockroach in the Ecosystem
What is the role of cockroach in the ecosystem As much as it makes you cringe just by hearing the word “cockroach” let’s just agree with the fact that even roaches play a role in the ecosystem. Just like us cockroaches also play a vital role in the entire well being of the planet. Extermination…
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5 Cockroach Facts
5 Facts You Need To Know About Cockroaches If Your House Is Infested By Them Most households have been infested with cockroaches once at least. They are nocturnal creatures which work at night. If you spot a cockroach at daytime, then it may indicate an infestation. They are usually spotted in kitchens and bathrooms, hiding…
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All You Need to Know About Mosquitoes
Interesting Mosquito Facts Mosquitoes are pesky little insects that no one likes. However, could they be playing a role that we are unaware of? All creatures, big or small, have a role to play. Each organism works at balancing the food pyramid and several other factors that affect our ecosystem. Similarly, a mosquito has its…
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Rat Vs. Mouse: What’s the Difference (Infographic)
Rat vs. Mouse: What’s the Difference? Rodents first appeared in the fossil record over fifty million years ago. While they are believed to have originated in Asia, they have quickly spread to develop massive populations all around the globe. Rats and mice hail from a common ancestor. Although they are similar, they have several key…
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Ouch! Are Those Bed Bug Bites?
What Do Bed Bug Bites Look Like? Bed bugs hide in the folds of the sheets, between mattresses, behind cushions, in upholstery, in drawers and in the cracks of furniture only to come out at night and feed on the blood of humans. Bed bugs are one the most notorious invasive pests out there. They…
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Termite Life Cycle
Termites – how do they come to be? Termites are the ultimate green recyclers (and even the ultimate pests) and have been around for millions of years. These creatures might be blind and tiny, but they are crucial players in the ecosystem. They are soil engineers that maintain the diversity of soil microbes, plants, and…
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How to Get Rid of Cave, Camel, and Spider Crickets
Cave vs Camel vs Spider Cricket Spider crickets, cave crickets, camel crickets… whatever you want to call them, they are the same species. The cricket has come across these different nicknames for quite obvious reasons. They’re called spider crickets, or sprickets, due to their spider-like legs and appearance. Camel cricket is a common name due…
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How to Get Rid Of Water Bugs
What are water bugs? ‘Waterbug’ is a name that’s used to refer to numerous types of bugs from the Hemiptera family, an aquatic insect order. There are approximately 1500 water bug species worldwide, but the most common include giant waterbugs (alligator ticks), water scorpions, toe biters as well as the electric light bugs. Some of…