The SenSci Volcano is a bed bug trap which they crawl up and are captured inside. Once the bed bug enters the trap, they are not able to crawl out. The trap is designed to be used with the SenSci Active Bed Bug Lure. The lure mimics the chemical on the surface of the skin … Read more
When a bed bug is found at a workstation, there are many options available to control and prevent an infestation. First and foremost, it is essential that any insect found is collected and positively identified as a bed bug. The area that the bed bug was found in should be monitored. Underneath each work station … Read more
Have you ever experienced the nightly tapping on your roof over and over again, keeping you from sleeping? Complaints like these are commonplace to apartment or rental managers. It may not be the sounds that tenants and customers hear. It could be the smell they find first. Often, the culprit is a bird building a … Read more
We created this fun quiz so that you can test your knowledge on FLIES! Take the “Flies True or False Quiz” below and compare your answers to the answer key at the bottom of this post. Good luck! Filth flies” get their name from their habits of frequently landing on, walking around on, and feeding … Read more
To celebrate 2020 being the Chinese year of the rat, we will be posting one blog per month dedicated to rats! Here is February’s blog post, 5 Viral Rats.
Bed bugs in the workplace are an extreme challenge. The first thing to keep in mind when dealing with bed bugs is that you need to know how the bed bugs got into the office. In office buildings bed bugs are typically brought in by staff, items carried by staff and contractors or cleaning staff. … Read more
First and foremost, discard the notion that a bedbug infestation is dependent on the sanitary conditions of your house. That couldn’t be further from the truth; your house can never be too clean for bed bugs. Bed bugs are ardent travelers; they are readily transported on luggage, clothing, furniture, bedding, household pets, etc. Public places … Read more
We created this STORED PRODUCT PESTS quiz for you to test your knowledge! Can you beat the Stored Product Pests? Check your answers with the answer key posted below. Insects classified as stored product pests include, but not limited to the saw-toothed grain beetle, the Indian meal moth, the rice weevil and the flour beetle. … Read more
Scientific Name: rattus Common Names: Sewer Rat, Roof Rat, Brown Rat, Norway Rat, Black Rat Color: Colors vary, generally grey, brown, or black in color Size: The length and weight of rats depend on which species we are talking about and young vs adult sizes. Sizes range from approximately 10 to 40 cm in length. … Read more
The end of the year brings no greater joy than the opportunity to express to you season’s greetings and good wishes. May your holidays and New Year be filled with joy! We would like to share our sincerest appreciation for the trust you have placed in us and best wishes for the holidays. This holiday … Read more