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April 15, 2016

The Social Insect: Worker vs. Queen

The Social Insect: Worker vs. Queen Scientists have been trying to find out what determines whether a social insect will become a regular worker or be born into the lofty role of queen for decades. The sterile workers perform the…

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April 14, 2016

Possible Cure for Leaf-Cutter Ants

A newly discovered fungus may be the answer to getting rid of those pesky leaf-cutter ants. Leaf-cutter ants, which are a gardener’s nightmare, threaten a number of crops including citrus, plum, peach, and other fruit trees as well as nut,…

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April 13, 2016

Insect Allergies?

Many people who suffer from animal allergies fill that gap in their lives by buying animals such as reptiles for pets. However, this may not fix the problem as well as you might think. Researchers have discovered that your reptile’s…

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April 12, 2016

Spring Pests 101: Protection Against Biting Insects

Spring Pests 101: Protection Against Biting Insects Spring has sprung! The weather is getting warmer, flowers are beginning to bloom…and those nasty pests that try to ruin your fun in the sun are out in droves. Well, it’s time to…

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April 11, 2016

Atlanta Pest & Termite Control Experts

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April 8, 2016

Zika Virus Coming to the U.S. in Large #’s?

Zika Virus Coming to the U.S. in Large #’s? Over 300 local, state, and government officials, as well as health experts and non-government partners met at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently to discuss how the U.S.…

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April 7, 2016

Ever think your herbs you use for cooking can get rid of your bugs?

Ever think your herbs you use for cooking can get rid of your bugs? Thinking about gardening this summer, but do not want the variety of bugs attacking your plants? Well there is a solution and it’s not using pesticides…

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April 6, 2016

Zapping Fruit Flies!

In a recent study, scientists found that fruit fly wings are sensitive to electrical fields. Researchers placed fruit flies in plastic housing with different electrical fields placed around the container and studied their behavior. The flies avoided the areas with…

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April 5, 2016

The Amazing Architecture of Termites Skyscrapers

Termites build enormous mounds that can reach up to 30 feet high. However, the termites themselves don’t actually live in these luxury apartment complexes. The actually build their nests, which can home thousands and even millions of individuals, underground below…

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April 4, 2016