The most common hornet in the UK is the European hornet (Vespa crabro). This species is a social insect, whose colonies may contain 200- 400 workers. Unlike wasps and bees, hornets are active during daytime and nighttime, and are attracted to...
Read moreFly Screens and Insect Exclusion; Summer Solutions and Designs
We are finally enjoying the warmer weather; longer evenings, drinks in the garden, and….flies? Yes, sadly, the warmer weather does bring a few problems with it. One of which is the irritating increase of bugs and flying insects.
Read moreLED Flying Insect Control Units
Flying insects enjoy decaying organic matter as their favoured source of food. As rotting plant and animal waste can carry parasites, bacteria, and pathogens which are harmful to human health and safety, it is important to ensure you have a...
Read moreBumble-be Gone! Bumble Bee Removal and Rehoming
The humble bumble bee has received a great deal of media buzz in recent years due to their declining numbers. Keep on reading to find out how you can safely remove bumble bees
Read moreSummer Pest Control – Safe Wasp Nest Treatment
For many people, one of the most unwelcome sights of summer is the return of wasps. Wasps have gained a reputation for their multiple painful stings, which can be fatal if you are allergic. This news article informs you as to what are the best...
Read moreBird Mite Secondary Pest Insect Infestation; when Your Bird Infestation Mite not be Your only Worry…
Bird mite infestations can be difficult to manage and emotionally stressful for home and business owners. Whilst bird infestation considerations including property damage and health concerns, are troubling enough, there is also the additional...
Read morePest File: Carpet Beetles
Carpet beetle larvae are considered the number one textile pest in the UK. They create so much damage as they feed on proteins, known as keratin, in natural fibres of animal origin such as wool, hair, leather, feathers and silk. This can lead to...
Read moreBee Friendly; Removal and Re-Homing
Bees are one of the most important groups of pollinators across the globe. The European Red List for bees has reported that nearly one in ten species of wild bee are faced with extinction. Around 75% of our food crops rely on such...
Read moreBadgered by Badgers?
Badgers (Meles meles) may be one of the animals that find their way into our hearts when we are young via literature; think Mr Badger in The Wind and the Willows and Beatrix Potter’s Tommy Brock. However, these iconic black and white stripe faced...
Read moreStarling Invasion!
Starlings (Sturnus Vulgaris) are probably most famous for their murmurations, when thousands of birds swoop and dive in unison, creating an amazing sight to behold. However, the large numbers in which these birds flock and roost are the very...
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