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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…

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…

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…

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…

Critter Cereal? Youtube has revolutionized the way people share their lives. People are able to rise to fame a fortune by simply uploading a video of their cute cat. Today one man gained fame, but it wasn’t for anything remotely…

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…

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…

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…

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…