Which Fruit Fly Species Are Found Within Homes Most Frequently? And How Are Infestations Handled And Prevented?
Of all Diptera fly species in the world, fruit flies infest homes and buildings most often. Fruit flies belong to the Drosophila genus which includes at least 4,500 documented species. Of these species, D. melanogaster and D. repleta are the two species most commonly...
Researchers Learn That A Spider Species Commonly Found In Massachusetts Homes Can Inflict Bites That Cause Serious Medical Issues
It is often claimed that Massachusetts does not contain any spider species that are capable of inflicting medically significant bites to humans. This claim is made by arachnid experts despite the fact that the highly venomous black widow has been spotted numerous...
A Popular Cafe In Amherst Once Had A Deplorable Cockroach Infestation
It is not uncommon for government inspectors to find insects and/or arachnids within restaurants. In fact, considering the massive amount of food that restaurants typically throw away into nearby dumpsters, and the copious amounts of food that cover the kitchen floor...