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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 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 1, 2016
Subterranean Termites | Atlanta Termite Control

Subterranean Termites The best method of subterranean termite control is to avoid water accumulation near the foundation of the home. Prevent subterranean termite access by diverting water away with properly functioning downspouts, gutters and splash blocks. Store firewood at least…

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