It’s 9 p.m. on a muggy night in May, and winged insects – Formosan subterranean termites – are flying inside your home, or termites that have lost their wings are walking in pairs on your floor. What ...
From mosquitoes, ants, flies, roaches and more, bugs are everywhere when it’s warm. This summer’s crop of creepy crawlers look ugly and sinister. But don’t be fooled by their sizes. The small ones can ...
Termites, found on every continent except Antarctica, are often referred to as "silent destroyers." These small, social insects live in colonies and spend their lives primarily in search of ...
For Zach DeVries, an assistant professor of Urban Entomology at the University of Kentucky who works with its Cooperative Extension Service, this is the time of year he gets the most calls about ...
Homeowners face recurring termite problems despite treatments. The main colony often survives underground, and incomplete applications or unfixed entry points allow termites to return. Understanding ...
Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. While some home warranty companies include termite coverage in their policies, it's important to arm yourself with knowledge to ensure your home is fully ...
How does a fly larva sneak into a termite nest? With a butt shaped like a termite’s head, obviously. An international team of researchers in Morocco has discovered blow fly larvae not just living but ...