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March 30, 2016

New Fashion Statement

New Fashion Statement Everyone is familiar with spray on bug repellent, but did you know that there are insect repellent clothes? The military has been using insect repellent clothes called Insect Shield since 2002. This apparel boldly goes where no…

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March 29, 2016

Spider Super Glue

Spider Super Glue Professor of biological sciences at Virginia Tech Brent Opell has put together a research team to study the glue spiders create for their webs. Spiders create this glue when the glycoproteins secreted from their abdomen interact with…

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March 28, 2016

Pest Q & A

What makes homes attractive to pests? Pests are attracted to food, water and shelter. Exclusion techniques and removing food and water sources will help deter pests. Simple measures such as keeping food in sealed containers and cleaning up after each…

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March 25, 2016

You Can Fly how long?

You Can Fly how long? Researchers have just discovered the insect that makes the longest trek away from home when they migrate for the winter. The winner is under two inches long, has transparent wings…and is a dragonfly, specifically the…

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March 24, 2016

Revving Up for a Zika Virus Summer

Revving Up for a Zika Virus Summer The Zika virus just keeps spreading to more and more people, with no definite end in sight. The CDC recently reported that the virus has now spread to Cuba, with the virus being…

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March 23, 2016

Tips for preventing pests at spring picnics, barbecues and other outdoor events

Bug Busters USA offers the following tips for preventing pests at spring picnics, barbecues and other outdoor events: Before the party, check all window screens and screen doors and repair any holes. As guests come in and out of your…

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March 18, 2016

The Fear of Chagas Disease

The Fear of Chagas Disease In Ohio, there has recently been worry about Chagas disease being transmitted by kissing bugs. However, despite what you might have read or heard, you are not in significant danger in Ohio of getting this…

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March 17, 2016

Plant-Eating Spiders

Plant-Eating Spiders Spiders are known for their clever hunting strategies. They are kind of like the lions of the insect world. They sit pretty firmly on the top of the insect food chain. We don’t usually think of spiders as…

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March 14, 2016

SC Johnson Helps in the Fight Against the Zika Virus

SC Johnson Helps in the Fight Against the Zika Virus SC Johnson announced previously that they planned to donate at least $15 million to help protect people against the Zika virus. They have recently made their first major donation to…

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March 11, 2016

RACCOON CONTROL & PREVENTION TIPS!

RACCOON CONTROL & PREVENTION Raccoons are omnivores and will eat plants and other animals, including fruits, berries, nuts, fish, frogs, insects, turtles, mice, rabbits, muskrats and bird eggs. Raccoons usually have one litter per year, which is usually born in…

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