Which Insect Pests In The Northeast Invade Homes In Large Numbers In Order To Secure Shelter During The Winter Season?
Some insect pests invade homes in order to seek out human food sources. For example, numerous ant species feed on sweet-tasting plant nectar, so it is not surprising that many ant pests invade homes in search of sugar-rich human foods. Ants, and many other insects,...
Are There Any Ways In Which Residents Can Detect Wood-Boring Beetle Infestations Within Concealed Structural Wood?
The northeast US is home to several beetle species that are well known for excavating nesting galleries within structural wood. This large group of beetle pests are commonly referred to as wood-boring beetles, and most species see adult females lay eggs on the porous...
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...