In spring, queen wasps emerge from hibernation to begin to build a nest. Queen wasp characteristics are similar to worker wasps and include the iconic bright yellow and black stripes, triangular shaped head and narrow waists. The main difference between… Continue Reading
Over the last few years, bees have become one of the most celebrated insects in the world. There is even a World Bee Day, marked on May 20th which has been adopted by the United Nations to raise awareness of… Continue Reading
The cockchafer, also known as the May bug, Billy Witch, or Doodlebug is a big, noisy, flying beetle. There are two species of cockchafer in the UK; the common Cockchafer (Melolontha Melolontha) found in the south of England, and the… Continue Reading
Urban feral pigeons can become a nuisance for you and your property. They can be noisy, very messy, are unhygienic and can cause damage to building structures and business reputations. Harmful to You Over 110 pathogens are carried by pigeons,… Continue Reading
This past year has been one of the most difficult years the world has experienced in our lifetimes. As the days begin to lighten and lengthen towards the end of March, the arrival of springtime brings with it a much… Continue Reading
Whilst the common black garden ant (Lasius Niger) is not harmful to humans and pets, they are the epitome of a generally annoying nuisance. Ants gather in large numbers and walk through unsanitary places before attempting to steal your food,… Continue Reading
As Starlings tend to begin settling in around early April, we have decided to write an informative news article helping you understand what can be done in terms of starling pest control. This news article will help you to understand… Continue Reading
Sewage systems and your drains are the perfect living environment for the common brown rat (Rattus Norvegicus). Thames Water explain that the more urban an area is, the more chance there is that rats will nest in sewers. So, if… Continue Reading
Are scuttling sounds waking you up? Have you heard scratching noises overhead? If you hear such sounds coming from your loft at this time of year, at around four to five hours before sunrise, it is likely that you have… Continue Reading
Whilst it may be a myth that cockroaches would survive the nuclear fallout of an atomic bomb, their reputation for resilience and adaptability is still well earned. The World’s Oldest Pests Cockroaches have been labeled as the world’s ultimate survivors.… Continue Reading