Wasps are capable of painful stings that can cause serious allergic reactions in some people. Wasps are also capable of stinging multiple times until they feel the threat is over. When you need to go to an area where wasps might be present, it’s a good idea to pay attention to the clothes you wear […]
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Yes, snakes can bite underwater. Most snakes you encounter in the water are harmless, though. In North America, the ones you need to look out for are rattlesnakes, copperheads, cottonmouths/water moccasins, and coral snakes. These snakes are venomous and a bite could be deadly. Which Snakes Should I Worry About? Though a vast majority of […]
Yes, scorpions can climb up walls, jump, and can move in water but not as naturally and effectively as other animals do. Scorpions are masters of movement, but just like other animals, they have their limitations and restrictions. Can Scorpions Climb Up Walls? Perhaps one of the dreadful things to see is a scorpion climbing up […]
It’s not surprising that people would want to keep raccoons as pets. They’re extremely cute animals with adorable expressions whose antics are fun to watch. Raccoons are also about the same size as cats and dogs, two of the most popular household pets in the world. But we don’t keep them as pets. Why is […]
Yes, bees are and will be OK in the rain. A light drizzle won’t kill them, however, if the rain becomes heavy with large drops, things can get a bit dicey. Heavy raindrops can easily knock down a flying bee or break its wings. Heavy rains can also knock them into a puddle of water where […]
Tons of people are fearful of wasps stings because they can cause painful and allergic reactions that can be deadly. More active during the summer months, wasps have the ability to sting people they feel are too close to their nest or causing them harm. These stings can be very painful and those who are […]
When controlling pests in your garden you have a few options: Chemical treatment (pesticides), or biological control. Pesticides are effective but can have an adverse effect on beneficial insects as well as the pests you’re targeting. They can also contaminate soil and water. Biological control is a method of controlling pest populations naturally, without the […]
Cockroaches are a persistent and unwelcome guest in any home. These creepy crawlies not only disgust us but can also trigger allergies and spread diseases. If you’re battling a cockroach infestation, you’ve likely come across Avert DF Dry Flowable Cockroach Bait in your research. This popular bait promises effective cockroach control, but is it the right […]
It is normal to wonder how long pest control treatments last. After all, you are spending good money on having a professional come in to take care of your pest problem. Unfortunately, there is no universal answer to this question. The truth is, how long pest control treatments last is largely contingent on the type […]
Venus flytraps (Dionaea muscipula) are one of the easiest carnivorous plants to grow. They only need four basic things to survive: wet roots, high humidity, poor soil, and sunlight. How to Keep Venus Flytraps Alive Indoors Venus flytraps grow in environments with lower nitrogen and phosphorus content in the soil, like that found in boglands, […]