Roadside Flowers Might Be the Way to Rejuvenate Bee Populations
Honeybee populations have been declining in recent years. The decline in bee populations could have harmful effects on crops, which can threaten our food supplies. What might be done to protect their numbers? Wildflowers in...
Warmer Winters Are Leading to Fall ‘Super’ Wasp Colonies
One of the effects of climate change is that wasps are expected to build bigger and bigger populations. Warmer weather is leading to gigantic super wasp colonies already in parts of the south, including Alabama. Find out if you...
Flying Ants Swarm During the Late Summer Months
You might normally think of ants as bugs that crawl around on the ground, but did you know that some can take to the air? During this time of year, entire swarms of flying ants are sometimes seen. You might need an ant...
Should I Be Concerned About Stinkbugs In My Home?
Stinkbugs can be a nuisance for NJ homeowners during late summer and fall. How worried do you need to be if you find these pests in your home? Find out if you should look into stinkbug control services in Monmouth County....
Even Nuisances Like Wasps Find Ways to Benefit the Environment
Wasps are insects that you don’t want to see in your yard or home, since some species can inflict painful stings. However, you might be surprised to learn that wasps can benefit the local ecosystem. While you’ll still need to...
Why Do We Love Bees But Hate Wasps?
Bees and wasps are both known for stinging people, but one of these is much more feared than the other. Why is it that people tend to like bees and dread wasps? Find out more about the benefits that both offer. Benefits of Bees...
The Horrifying Potential of the Zika Virus
You might have heard about the Zika virus in the news in recent years. This virus, which mostly occurs in parts of South and Central America, has been found in the U.S. Since the World Health Organization has warned about a...
Mosquitoes Are Hard to Love, So Why Should We Tolerate Them?
There’s no doubt that mosquitoes are a nuisance and a public health threat, but is there anything to appreciate about these insects? Mosquitoes do serve one beneficial purpose. Mosquitoes and the Food Chain Mosquitoes provide...