Not The Bees! There are almost twenty thousand different named species of bee. These winged insects are close relatives of wasps and ants, and because of their role in pollination – they pollinate around a third of everything humans eat – they’re essential in keeping the Earth’s ecosystems and food chain running smoothly. That’s why […]
Is there a worse thing to find in your kitchen than ants? Maybe one or two things – a shark in the sink or a cover band getting between you and the coffee-maker. And to be fair to ants, they do us a favor by eating the larvae of other, more harmful pests. But if […]
In most modern societies there persists a stigma about pests in the home, which can prevent people speaking openly about pest problems. Which is why it’s not surprising that rumors and inaccurate pest control advice are as ubiquitous as cockroaches, and even harder to kill (more on that later). In this post I’m going to […]
Bed bugs are parasitic insects that like to live in warm places – particularly bedding, as their name suggests – and feed on human blood. Their bites go often unnoticed at the time, but they can cause skin rashes, allergic reactions, and even psychological conditions. In short, bed bugs can ruin anyone’s night – but […]
Bed bugs are notoriously hard to get rid of. Due to their size, their ability to hide, and the swift rate at which they reproduce bed bug infestations are on the rise all over the world. The key to avoiding an infestation in your home or property is early detection. However, if you are not […]
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