Guides

Insects & Arachnids

Baby-stink-bugs

How to get rid of baby stink bugs

Struggling with baby stink bugs? Learn effective, eco-friendly ways to identify, prevent, and eliminate these pests from your home and garden.

Small-red-ants

The mystery of the small red ants: Identifying common species

Discover how to identify and eliminate small red ants in your house with safe, effective strategies.

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Honey bee vs yellow jacket: Which buzzes by you?

Dive into the fascinating world of honey bees vs. yellow jackets, uncovering their unique characteristics, behaviors, and how to tell them apart in your backyard.

Grey-house-spider

The grey house spider (plus 8 other indoor species)

Dive into the mysterious realm of spiders living among us, from the grey house spider to other common indoor species. 

Cicada-larvae

The secret lives of cicada larvae: What goes on underground?

Explore the mysterious life of cicada larvae beneath the earth, poised for a once-in-a-generation emergence.

Do-dobsonflies-bite

Do dobsonflies bite? A comprehensive guide

Discover the truth about dobsonflies. Unveil whether these intriguing creatures pose a biting risk and explore their fascinating role in nature's delicate balance.

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Silverfish vs. centipedes: Telling the difference and keeping them out

Discovering a long, leggy pest darting across your floor can unsettle even the most stoic homeowner. Among these eerie invaders, house centipedes and silverfish stand out due to their peculiar appe...