Author: Diane Wells

When autumn comes, stink bugs start to arrive. These are common bugs found all over the United States. They often stay in gardens, but wander into homes on occasion. Their name is because of their …

Spiders are creepy arthropods. Most of them mind their own business. They do their best to hunt and proliferate their species. Arachnids do not attack unless provoked or unless they need to do so for …

Sandflies are also known as biting midges, sand gnats, and sand fleas. Others call them no-see-ums, Chitra, Marumakshika, punkies, and grass nippers. These flies are smaller than regular flies. They can pass through standard screens. …

Protecting yourself from Zika is equal to protecting others from the virus as well. This disease is transmitted via mosquito bites. It can also be transmitted through sex, blood transfusion, and pregnancy (from mother to …

Drain flies are also called sink flies or moth flies. They are almost the same size as fruit flies and gnats. You can distinguish them by their moth-like wings and round furry body. These flies …

Mosquitoes are attracted by the smell of blood. Summer heat activates odor. There is nothing worse than going to the beach or attending a picnic with mosquitoes biting and buzzing around. Avoiding mosquito bites is …

Many gardeners treat gnats as constant pests in the garden. Black flies are long-legged insects attracted by organic materials and moisture. There are many species of black flies. Some like the soil of houseplants. Others …

Hairy caterpillars become winged insects upon maturity. Beautiful butterflies and moths must go through a larval or caterpillar stage. Some species go through a hairy caterpillar stage. This can be damaging to plants and irritating …

Although fruit flies are small and almost unnoticeable, they can be annoying and destructive to your fruits and in the kitchen. Insects, in general, are not allowed in the house. When you shoo them, they …

Flies are annoying. House flies are always around. Wherever there are people, there will always be insects. These winged creatures incubate their eggs on garbage, decomposing organic material, and animal feces. They multiply quickly. That …

Ticks are more active in the summer, yet you can prevent them from ruining the season for you. Summer is the time for engaging in outdoor activities and necessary protection against ticks. Hiking is a …

Bugs are the primary intruders in every picnic. Failing to anticipate and prepare for the appearance of insects at the picnic site will result in bites and annoyance. You can prevent the frustration and annoyance …

Janecka Insect Repellent ReviewOverall RatingPro'sDEET freeSafe for use on children under 3 years of ageCombines several trusted active ingredientsCon'sCannot be used on children under 6 months of ageMuch lower levels of actives compared to other …

Source: World Health Organization Country: Brazil, World The new integrated approach calls for national programmes to be realigned so that public health workers can focus on the relevant vectors and thereby control all of the …

Amerta All Natural Insect Repellent Spray ReviewOverall RatingPro'sDEET freeSafe for use on children under 3 years of ageCombines several trusted active ingredientsCon'sCannot be used on children under 6 months of ageLower levels of actives compared …

Carpe Insectae All Natural Ant Repellent ReviewOverall RatingPro'sDEET freeSafe for use on children under 3 years of ageCombines several trusted active ingredientsCon'sCannot be used on children under 6 months of ageMuch lower levels of actives …

Green Bug All Natural Bug Spray Repellent ReviewOverall RatingPro'sDEET freeSafe for use on children under 3 years of ageCombines several trusted active ingredientsCon'sCannot be used on children under 6 months of ageMuch lower levels of …

Have you ever tried to go boating? Boating is a very enjoyable recreational activity. It is something you can do in the company of friends or family. You can easily take a boat on a …

It took a while before you could finalize things for your camping trip, but you finally did it! A camping adventure is an excellent time to be one with nature and bond with family and …

Everyone has encountered the dreaded mosquito bite. It stings and irritates anyone immediately. The female mosquito responsible for the bite leaves you a nasty, inflamed rash. The rash is unsightly and when it itches, you …

Biting insects, like mosquitoes, can be very annoying and irritating. They can ruin your barbecue, beach time, pool parties, hikes, or camping trips in just a snap. When they prey on you or your pets, …

Mosquito bites are irritating already. Some people are even allergic to them. They become more upsetting if the bites bring you an infection. Since female mosquitoes are always out to get a sip of your …

You have fun outdoors or just leave the door open one night and before you know it, a hungry mosquito bites you. It doesn’t matter where. It could be on your arms, feet, neck, or …

Biting insects are irritating but they are part of the world we live in. They bite you and your pets to survive. Even so, we need to keep them away, so that they won’t harm …

If you love to cook chicken, seafood, and fish, then you very well remember lemongrass. It is an herb that is used to eliminate the fishy smell of fish and seafood, or the distinct smell …