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2012年9月14日 星期五

Common Winter Pests and Insects


You've probably noticed that whenever the weather starts to turn cold, you see more insects and pests crawling around your home. The reason for this is that the colder weather drives insects and pests to seek refuge in a warm and dry place, like the conditions your home provides. Some pests and rodents will hibernate in your home while others will remain active, causing problems. The best way to prevent unwanted winter pests and insects is to take preventative pest control measures throughout the year for each season. Listed below are some of the most common pests and insects that plague American homes in the winter.

Wolf Spiders

One of the most common winter pests in American homes is the wolf spider. In many cases the wolf spider is confused with the nursery spider or brown recluse. But wolf spiders have two eyes out of eight that are large and prominent that set them apart from other spiders. In most cases, wolf spiders are harmless, but no one likes to have an infestation of spiders in their home.

Carpet Beetle

Although the name would suggest that carpet beetles prefer to live in your carpet, these invasive insects live in many different areas of the home. The problem with carpet beetles is what they feed on, which might include things like carpet, wool, hair, cotton, or even flour and cereals.

House Cricket

House crickets are annoying pests that are most often found in warm ducts and in the paneling behind heating installations. House crickets have a characteristic chirping noise that can go on for hours, which can become extremely irritating to homeowners.




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2012年9月8日 星期六

Most Common House Spiders


With a little under 4000 different species of spiders in the United States alone, spider identification can be quite difficult. You'll hear names like 'house spider' and 'cobweb spider' tossed around frequently and out of context. The truth is, house spiders and cobweb spiders are actual species, not generalizations. This page is geared towards identifying the most common spiders in the United States (in no particular order):

Black Widow - Shiny black with a red hourglass on its abdomen. It is only the females who have a dangerous bite. They like to hide in shoes left outside (seriously), under rocks, between bricks, and will not usually get inside. They make very messy webs.
Brown Recluse - This a brown spider that has a horrible painful bite. On its back is the signature violin pattern. They do not build webs and will reproduce very fast inside of a home.
Daring Jumping Spider - Black, small and furry. It's pretty fast and curious too. May have a white spot on its abdomen.
Yellow Sac Spider - Yellow or green bodied spider that can be found running around outside. This spider is responsible for more bites than any other spider in the United States.
Wolf Spider - Large brown spider with a tan strip running across its carapace. Does not construct webs and sometimes mothers can be seen carrying live babies on her back.
Cellar Spider - Translucent tan color, very long legs and skinny abdomen. They make messy webs in the corners of your home.
Nursery Web Spider - Looks just like a wolf spider except the females can be seen carrying eggs with their mouth parts. They are prominent around creeks and bodies of water. Does not usually get inside the house.
Garden Spiders - Black and yellow with white in between. This spider is huge and terrifying. They build large webs between shrubbery to catch and eat crickets.

We've skimmed the surface briefly. Spiders belonging to the order Agriope are very common as well, but because there are so many subspecies, it is impossible to provide a unique description. Spiders in the Agriope order build webs around eaves, windows, and below decking. They have a bulbous abdomen and vary in colors of orange, red, black, yellow, etc. The legs are usually striped as well.




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2012年8月30日 星期四

Common Household Spider - Are They Poisonous


As small as these little creatures are, it's amazing what a raucous they can cause. Many spiders are harmless, but there are some common spiders that should truly be feared. It is important to be able to identify spiders that are poisonous and the symptoms spider bites can cause. It would be an excellent idea to place some glue traps around your house, to help you identify what types of spiders you have living with you. As it is hard to get a close look at them when they are running across your floor or when they are squished in a tissue or under your shoe.

The Hobo Spider

The hobo spider has a brown body and can grow from 1/4 to 5/8 inch in length. It is commonly found in Idaho and Utah. It is a European immigrant that has recently been implicated as a potentially poisonous spider in the United States. They live in funnel web. Most hobo spider bites occur in bed or clothing where the spider is trapped next to the skin.

The initial bite from a hobo spider is usually painless but hardens within 30 minutes. The area of the bite may have numbness and it is common to feel dizzy. After 15 to 35 hours the area forms blisters and can start to slough, which stops after about 24 hours. It causes a slow healing wound. It can take months to heal. The hobo spider bites is not considered to be fatal but fatalities have occurred.

The Brown Recluse

The Brown Recluse spider is one of the few dangerous spiders in the United States. It is also called the fiddle back spider or violin spider because of the violin shape mark on it. It's native to south central United States but can be commonly found in the central mid western states. It is best to use glue traps for brown recluse, because they are not affected by pesticides.

The initial bite from a Brown Recluse spider is usually painless and the victim can be unaware for 3 to 8 hours later. Then the site of the bite might turn red and swollen. The bite can take a long time to heal. It will often leave scaring. It is extremely rare for a fatality to occur from a brown recluse spider bite but they still must be treated as a dangers spider

Black Widow

Adult female black widow spiders are about 1/2-inch long, not including the legs. They are jet black with a red hourglass marking underneath their circular abdomen. The adult males are around half the size of the females. Females can be identified by their red dots and white lines along the abdomen. The male black widow spider is harmless. It's the females you have to watch for. In spring or summer the black widow start to mate.

A black widow spider bite can go unnoticed. The intensity of the pain depends on amount of venom injected and the area of the bite. The bloodstream carries the venom around the body and it acts on the nervous system, causing different levels of pain. There may be slight local swelling and two red puncture points from the fangs. Pain usually starts from the bite site and works it way to the abdomen and back causing severe cramping in the abdominal muscles in some cases. Less than 5 percent of black widow spider bites results in death.

Wolf Spiders

Wolf Spiders are a common household pests that look for a warm place to stay for wintertime. They do not spin webs but they hunt for food at night. The Wolf Spider can be commonly mistaken for brown recluse spider, but they lack the violin-shaped marking behind their head. They are not aggressive and will run away from disturbances.

With wolf spider bites you will feel some local pain. Itchiness, dizziness, nausea, and swelling are uncommon, but they can be symptoms.

If a spider bite does occur, always contact a your physician. If it's possible, try to catch the spider or at least get a good description of the spider. This will aide the doctors to know how to handle the bite more quickly.




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2012年8月23日 星期四

Common Insects and Other Pests Indigenous to Las Vegas


If you live in Las Vegas or are planning to move there soon, you should know that in the southern Nevada desert, you're never really alone in your home! As in every other place in the country, every house has to deal with insects, spiders, and other pests of one kind or another; but in the desert, some of these nuisances can be downright deadly. Here is a snapshot look at some of the most commonly found pests in and around the Las Vegas area that are indigenous to this part of the country.

Oriental cockroaches

Cockroaches in the desert? Absolutely! Although these carriers of germs and disease are more commonly associated with highly humid areas, the oriental variety has carved out a little niche for itself in the southern Nevada desert lands. They are smaller than most of their cousins, but they still can contaminate food just as efficiently. Keeping your house clean and caulking small crevices to the outside are great deterrents.

Black Widow and Brown Recluse Spiders

Although the Black Widow is more common, Brown Recluse spiders are also found in the Las Vegas area. Both of these spiders fight against potential enemies with highly toxic venom, making their bites nothing to laugh at. The Black Widow's venom is 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's, and the skin around a Brown Recluse bite will quickly degenerate and die, causing permanent scaring.

Africanized Honeybees (or Killer Bees)

Killer Bees have been in the Las Vegas area for about a decade, having moved northward from Mexico. Although they are hard to physically distinguish from their European cousins, it is their behavior that most often betrays their presence. They are highly aggressive and more liable to sting, and they've been known to chase people relentlessly for long distances.

Your best defense against these pests is to retain a good Las Vegas pest control specialist, and have him make regular visits to your home.




Progressive Pest Control (http://www.progressivepestcontrollasvegas.com/) providing high quality L.A. pest control, specialized in bee hive removal, scorpion control, german roach flush out, pigeon control and bed bugs treatment. Billings Farnsworth is a freelance writer.





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A Look at Common Northwest Insects


Being in the Pacific Northwest is wonderful in the summer, when campers and hikers can relax in the cool shade of pine trees, listen to the sound of a trickling creek and enjoy the aroma of wild blackberries. What isn't wonderful, however, are the insects you encounter.

Prepare yourself for the dangerous insects you may encounter while hiking or camping in the Northwest with this guide to common outdoor pests:

Stinging Offenders: Bees and Wasps

Unless you're allergic to their bite or sting, bees and wasps are more annoying than they are dangerous. Good hiking safety practices include taking care around flowering flora, dead or hollow trees, and garbage cans. Do not tamper with hives or nests, as this may provoke bees and wasps to attack.

Avoid leaving food out in the open, as this will attract wasps. Some campers have found that laying out anti-static dryer sheets on a picnic table helps keep wasps away.

Itchy Offenders: Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are the insect people find most bothersome. Not only do their bites cause itching, but mosquitoes can transmit the West Nile virus. Wear a lightweight, long-sleeved shirt and pants, especially if you're in an area famous for its pests.

Insect repellant is a must. Prevent bites to your hands and face by applying an insect repellant that's safe to use all over your body. Avoid areas with still water, such as ponds or small lakes.

Eight-Legged Offenders: Arachnids

While most of the Northwest's spiders are harmless, there are a couple of species to be aware of: the black widow and the brown recluse.

The black widow is recognizable by its black, glossy look and bulbous abdomen. The underside of its belly has an hourglass shape that's can range from red to orange or white. The black widow is a highly venomous spider - you'll instantly know if you are bitten by one.

The brown recluse spider is gray, brown or dark yellow in color. The top part of its body is bisected by a black line, giving the spider the appearance of a small violin. Although the brown recluse is shy, its bite can cause necrosis. It can take a couple of hours to feel the effects of this spider's bite.

Prevention is the best protection against spiders. One good camping safety practice is to use an LED flashlight when looking for items in the dark. Wear thick gloves when going through brush, collecting firewood or looking under rocks. Carefully examine your shoes and clothes before putting them on.

Blood-Sucking Offenders: Ticks

Ticks are nasty creatures that mostly live in trees. When these parasites see potential host, they jump on and bury their heads into the skin. Ticks can carry lyme disease or Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

The best chemical defense against ticks is an insect repellent containing DEET. In wooded areas, wear a hat, a long-sleeved shirt tucked into pants, and long pants tucked into socks or boots.

When all is said and done, insect repellent, the right clothes, good camping and hiking safety practices and a powerful LED flashlight are basic necessities for your Pacific Northwest bug-fighting arsenal.

~ Flora Richards-Gustafson, 2010




Flora Richards-Gustafson lives in Portland, Ore. and writes for Discount Lights and Knives.
Want to learn more about Northwest camping safety? Visit the DLK website to find out more about quality outdoor equipment like long-lasting LED lanterns, LED flashlights and survival tools.





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2012年7月11日 星期三

Common Insects and Other Pests Indigenous to Las Vegas


If you live in Las Vegas or are planning to move there soon, you should know that in the southern Nevada desert, you're never really alone in your home! As in every other place in the country, every house has to deal with insects, spiders, and other pests of one kind or another; but in the desert, some of these nuisances can be downright deadly. Here is a snapshot look at some of the most commonly found pests in and around the Las Vegas area that are indigenous to this part of the country.

Oriental cockroaches

Cockroaches in the desert? Absolutely! Although these carriers of germs and disease are more commonly associated with highly humid areas, the oriental variety has carved out a little niche for itself in the southern Nevada desert lands. They are smaller than most of their cousins, but they still can contaminate food just as efficiently. Keeping your house clean and caulking small crevices to the outside are great deterrents.

Black Widow and Brown Recluse Spiders

Although the Black Widow is more common, Brown Recluse spiders are also found in the Las Vegas area. Both of these spiders fight against potential enemies with highly toxic venom, making their bites nothing to laugh at. The Black Widow's venom is 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's, and the skin around a Brown Recluse bite will quickly degenerate and die, causing permanent scaring.

Africanized Honeybees (or Killer Bees)

Killer Bees have been in the Las Vegas area for about a decade, having moved northward from Mexico. Although they are hard to physically distinguish from their European cousins, it is their behavior that most often betrays their presence. They are highly aggressive and more liable to sting, and they've been known to chase people relentlessly for long distances.

Your best defense against these pests is to retain a good Las Vegas pest control specialist, and have him make regular visits to your home.




Progressive Pest Control (http://www.progressivepestcontrollasvegas.com/) providing high quality L.A. pest control, specialized in bee hive removal, scorpion control, german roach flush out, pigeon control and bed bugs treatment. Billings Farnsworth is a freelance writer.





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2012年7月10日 星期二

Common Household Spider - Are They Poisonous


As small as these little creatures are, it's amazing what a raucous they can cause. Many spiders are harmless, but there are some common spiders that should truly be feared. It is important to be able to identify spiders that are poisonous and the symptoms spider bites can cause. It would be an excellent idea to place some glue traps around your house, to help you identify what types of spiders you have living with you. As it is hard to get a close look at them when they are running across your floor or when they are squished in a tissue or under your shoe.

The Hobo Spider

The hobo spider has a brown body and can grow from 1/4 to 5/8 inch in length. It is commonly found in Idaho and Utah. It is a European immigrant that has recently been implicated as a potentially poisonous spider in the United States. They live in funnel web. Most hobo spider bites occur in bed or clothing where the spider is trapped next to the skin.

The initial bite from a hobo spider is usually painless but hardens within 30 minutes. The area of the bite may have numbness and it is common to feel dizzy. After 15 to 35 hours the area forms blisters and can start to slough, which stops after about 24 hours. It causes a slow healing wound. It can take months to heal. The hobo spider bites is not considered to be fatal but fatalities have occurred.

The Brown Recluse

The Brown Recluse spider is one of the few dangerous spiders in the United States. It is also called the fiddle back spider or violin spider because of the violin shape mark on it. It's native to south central United States but can be commonly found in the central mid western states. It is best to use glue traps for brown recluse, because they are not affected by pesticides.

The initial bite from a Brown Recluse spider is usually painless and the victim can be unaware for 3 to 8 hours later. Then the site of the bite might turn red and swollen. The bite can take a long time to heal. It will often leave scaring. It is extremely rare for a fatality to occur from a brown recluse spider bite but they still must be treated as a dangers spider

Black Widow

Adult female black widow spiders are about 1/2-inch long, not including the legs. They are jet black with a red hourglass marking underneath their circular abdomen. The adult males are around half the size of the females. Females can be identified by their red dots and white lines along the abdomen. The male black widow spider is harmless. It's the females you have to watch for. In spring or summer the black widow start to mate.

A black widow spider bite can go unnoticed. The intensity of the pain depends on amount of venom injected and the area of the bite. The bloodstream carries the venom around the body and it acts on the nervous system, causing different levels of pain. There may be slight local swelling and two red puncture points from the fangs. Pain usually starts from the bite site and works it way to the abdomen and back causing severe cramping in the abdominal muscles in some cases. Less than 5 percent of black widow spider bites results in death.

Wolf Spiders

Wolf Spiders are a common household pests that look for a warm place to stay for wintertime. They do not spin webs but they hunt for food at night. The Wolf Spider can be commonly mistaken for brown recluse spider, but they lack the violin-shaped marking behind their head. They are not aggressive and will run away from disturbances.

With wolf spider bites you will feel some local pain. Itchiness, dizziness, nausea, and swelling are uncommon, but they can be symptoms.

If a spider bite does occur, always contact a your physician. If it's possible, try to catch the spider or at least get a good description of the spider. This will aide the doctors to know how to handle the bite more quickly.




I am a busy mother of 5. I enjoy writing about things I have tried out that work for me. If you are interested in reading tips to make life easier for you as a busy mother or father then visit my website. http://spiderfrenzie.blogspot.com/

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2012年7月9日 星期一

A Look at Common Northwest Insects


Being in the Pacific Northwest is wonderful in the summer, when campers and hikers can relax in the cool shade of pine trees, listen to the sound of a trickling creek and enjoy the aroma of wild blackberries. What isn't wonderful, however, are the insects you encounter.

Prepare yourself for the dangerous insects you may encounter while hiking or camping in the Northwest with this guide to common outdoor pests:

Stinging Offenders: Bees and Wasps

Unless you're allergic to their bite or sting, bees and wasps are more annoying than they are dangerous. Good hiking safety practices include taking care around flowering flora, dead or hollow trees, and garbage cans. Do not tamper with hives or nests, as this may provoke bees and wasps to attack.

Avoid leaving food out in the open, as this will attract wasps. Some campers have found that laying out anti-static dryer sheets on a picnic table helps keep wasps away.

Itchy Offenders: Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are the insect people find most bothersome. Not only do their bites cause itching, but mosquitoes can transmit the West Nile virus. Wear a lightweight, long-sleeved shirt and pants, especially if you're in an area famous for its pests.

Insect repellant is a must. Prevent bites to your hands and face by applying an insect repellant that's safe to use all over your body. Avoid areas with still water, such as ponds or small lakes.

Eight-Legged Offenders: Arachnids

While most of the Northwest's spiders are harmless, there are a couple of species to be aware of: the black widow and the brown recluse.

The black widow is recognizable by its black, glossy look and bulbous abdomen. The underside of its belly has an hourglass shape that's can range from red to orange or white. The black widow is a highly venomous spider - you'll instantly know if you are bitten by one.

The brown recluse spider is gray, brown or dark yellow in color. The top part of its body is bisected by a black line, giving the spider the appearance of a small violin. Although the brown recluse is shy, its bite can cause necrosis. It can take a couple of hours to feel the effects of this spider's bite.

Prevention is the best protection against spiders. One good camping safety practice is to use an LED flashlight when looking for items in the dark. Wear thick gloves when going through brush, collecting firewood or looking under rocks. Carefully examine your shoes and clothes before putting them on.

Blood-Sucking Offenders: Ticks

Ticks are nasty creatures that mostly live in trees. When these parasites see potential host, they jump on and bury their heads into the skin. Ticks can carry lyme disease or Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

The best chemical defense against ticks is an insect repellent containing DEET. In wooded areas, wear a hat, a long-sleeved shirt tucked into pants, and long pants tucked into socks or boots.

When all is said and done, insect repellent, the right clothes, good camping and hiking safety practices and a powerful LED flashlight are basic necessities for your Pacific Northwest bug-fighting arsenal.

~ Flora Richards-Gustafson, 2010




Flora Richards-Gustafson lives in Portland, Ore. and writes for Discount Lights and Knives.
Want to learn more about Northwest camping safety? Visit the DLK website to find out more about quality outdoor equipment like long-lasting LED lanterns, LED flashlights and survival tools.





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2012年7月2日 星期一

Common Pests in Atlanta


Like many other large cities across the country, Atlanta has bugs that we want to exterminate, too. For those considering moving into the area, learning about Atlanta's climate and insects problems is a good idea.

Here are a few facts about Atlanta. We have about 540,000 people in the actual city, however when you take into the calculations the entire metro Atlanta area, we have about 5 and a half million people calling it home. In fact, that number makes Atlanta the 9th largest metro area in the country.

We have also experienced tremendous growth in recent years. In fact, in the last decade out population has spiked up an amazing 28%!

As we are growing at such a rapid rate, we are also experiencing explosions in the bug populations, too. For instance, bed bugs were unheard of in Atlanta five years ago, however, outbreaks of bed bugs in Atlanta are now being reported at an alarming rate, causing rising concern for locals as these bugs spread from the inner city areas to the suburbs.

Atlanta is a hot travel destination as well as a lay over place, as proven by Atlanta's Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport winning the title of busiest airport for the last 12 years, based on the total number of annual travelers.

And of course, all of these travelers increase the probability of spreading bed bugs. Like many other metro areas, these pests are spreading here also. So, a word of advice, if you plan on staying in a hotel, check out the customer reviews and look for reports of bed bugs, since many hotels have had this issue.

The climate here in Atlanta is considered a humid sub tropical area, based off of the 50 inches of average rainfall that we get each year. Plus Atlanta is right by the Chattahoochee River, and many other smaller rivers, adding to the overall humidity. Plus, the elevation is a mere 738 to 1,050 ft above sea level. All of this moisture creates a great environment for many types of spiders, beetles, roaches and other pests.

Among some of the more dangerous spiders to be found in Atlanta are the Black Widow spider and the Brown Recluse. Take appropriate measure to make sure that neither of these spiders are in your home by using proactive pest control methods.




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2012年6月14日 星期四

A Look at Common Northwest Insects


Being in the Pacific Northwest is wonderful in the summer, when campers and hikers can relax in the cool shade of pine trees, listen to the sound of a trickling creek and enjoy the aroma of wild blackberries. What isn't wonderful, however, are the insects you encounter.

Prepare yourself for the dangerous insects you may encounter while hiking or camping in the Northwest with this guide to common outdoor pests:

Stinging Offenders: Bees and Wasps

Unless you're allergic to their bite or sting, bees and wasps are more annoying than they are dangerous. Good hiking safety practices include taking care around flowering flora, dead or hollow trees, and garbage cans. Do not tamper with hives or nests, as this may provoke bees and wasps to attack.

Avoid leaving food out in the open, as this will attract wasps. Some campers have found that laying out anti-static dryer sheets on a picnic table helps keep wasps away.

Itchy Offenders: Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are the insect people find most bothersome. Not only do their bites cause itching, but mosquitoes can transmit the West Nile virus. Wear a lightweight, long-sleeved shirt and pants, especially if you're in an area famous for its pests.

Insect repellant is a must. Prevent bites to your hands and face by applying an insect repellant that's safe to use all over your body. Avoid areas with still water, such as ponds or small lakes.

Eight-Legged Offenders: Arachnids

While most of the Northwest's spiders are harmless, there are a couple of species to be aware of: the black widow and the brown recluse.

The black widow is recognizable by its black, glossy look and bulbous abdomen. The underside of its belly has an hourglass shape that's can range from red to orange or white. The black widow is a highly venomous spider - you'll instantly know if you are bitten by one.

The brown recluse spider is gray, brown or dark yellow in color. The top part of its body is bisected by a black line, giving the spider the appearance of a small violin. Although the brown recluse is shy, its bite can cause necrosis. It can take a couple of hours to feel the effects of this spider's bite.

Prevention is the best protection against spiders. One good camping safety practice is to use an LED flashlight when looking for items in the dark. Wear thick gloves when going through brush, collecting firewood or looking under rocks. Carefully examine your shoes and clothes before putting them on.

Blood-Sucking Offenders: Ticks

Ticks are nasty creatures that mostly live in trees. When these parasites see potential host, they jump on and bury their heads into the skin. Ticks can carry lyme disease or Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

The best chemical defense against ticks is an insect repellent containing DEET. In wooded areas, wear a hat, a long-sleeved shirt tucked into pants, and long pants tucked into socks or boots.

When all is said and done, insect repellent, the right clothes, good camping and hiking safety practices and a powerful LED flashlight are basic necessities for your Pacific Northwest bug-fighting arsenal.

~ Flora Richards-Gustafson, 2010




Flora Richards-Gustafson lives in Portland, Ore. and writes for Discount Lights and Knives.
Want to learn more about Northwest camping safety? Visit the DLK website to find out more about quality outdoor equipment like long-lasting LED lanterns, LED flashlights and survival tools.





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2012年6月2日 星期六

Common Insects and Other Pests Indigenous to Las Vegas


If you live in Las Vegas or are planning to move there soon, you should know that in the southern Nevada desert, you're never really alone in your home! As in every other place in the country, every house has to deal with insects, spiders, and other pests of one kind or another; but in the desert, some of these nuisances can be downright deadly. Here is a snapshot look at some of the most commonly found pests in and around the Las Vegas area that are indigenous to this part of the country.

Oriental cockroaches

Cockroaches in the desert? Absolutely! Although these carriers of germs and disease are more commonly associated with highly humid areas, the oriental variety has carved out a little niche for itself in the southern Nevada desert lands. They are smaller than most of their cousins, but they still can contaminate food just as efficiently. Keeping your house clean and caulking small crevices to the outside are great deterrents.

Black Widow and Brown Recluse Spiders

Although the Black Widow is more common, Brown Recluse spiders are also found in the Las Vegas area. Both of these spiders fight against potential enemies with highly toxic venom, making their bites nothing to laugh at. The Black Widow's venom is 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's, and the skin around a Brown Recluse bite will quickly degenerate and die, causing permanent scaring.

Africanized Honeybees (or Killer Bees)

Killer Bees have been in the Las Vegas area for about a decade, having moved northward from Mexico. Although they are hard to physically distinguish from their European cousins, it is their behavior that most often betrays their presence. They are highly aggressive and more liable to sting, and they've been known to chase people relentlessly for long distances.

Your best defense against these pests is to retain a good Las Vegas pest control specialist, and have him make regular visits to your home.




Progressive Pest Control (http://www.progressivepestcontrollasvegas.com/) providing high quality L.A. pest control, specialized in bee hive removal, scorpion control, german roach flush out, pigeon control and bed bugs treatment. Billings Farnsworth is a freelance writer.





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2012年6月1日 星期五

Common Household Spider - Are They Poisonous


As small as these little creatures are, it's amazing what a raucous they can cause. Many spiders are harmless, but there are some common spiders that should truly be feared. It is important to be able to identify spiders that are poisonous and the symptoms spider bites can cause. It would be an excellent idea to place some glue traps around your house, to help you identify what types of spiders you have living with you. As it is hard to get a close look at them when they are running across your floor or when they are squished in a tissue or under your shoe.

The Hobo Spider

The hobo spider has a brown body and can grow from 1/4 to 5/8 inch in length. It is commonly found in Idaho and Utah. It is a European immigrant that has recently been implicated as a potentially poisonous spider in the United States. They live in funnel web. Most hobo spider bites occur in bed or clothing where the spider is trapped next to the skin.

The initial bite from a hobo spider is usually painless but hardens within 30 minutes. The area of the bite may have numbness and it is common to feel dizzy. After 15 to 35 hours the area forms blisters and can start to slough, which stops after about 24 hours. It causes a slow healing wound. It can take months to heal. The hobo spider bites is not considered to be fatal but fatalities have occurred.

The Brown Recluse

The Brown Recluse spider is one of the few dangerous spiders in the United States. It is also called the fiddle back spider or violin spider because of the violin shape mark on it. It's native to south central United States but can be commonly found in the central mid western states. It is best to use glue traps for brown recluse, because they are not affected by pesticides.

The initial bite from a Brown Recluse spider is usually painless and the victim can be unaware for 3 to 8 hours later. Then the site of the bite might turn red and swollen. The bite can take a long time to heal. It will often leave scaring. It is extremely rare for a fatality to occur from a brown recluse spider bite but they still must be treated as a dangers spider

Black Widow

Adult female black widow spiders are about 1/2-inch long, not including the legs. They are jet black with a red hourglass marking underneath their circular abdomen. The adult males are around half the size of the females. Females can be identified by their red dots and white lines along the abdomen. The male black widow spider is harmless. It's the females you have to watch for. In spring or summer the black widow start to mate.

A black widow spider bite can go unnoticed. The intensity of the pain depends on amount of venom injected and the area of the bite. The bloodstream carries the venom around the body and it acts on the nervous system, causing different levels of pain. There may be slight local swelling and two red puncture points from the fangs. Pain usually starts from the bite site and works it way to the abdomen and back causing severe cramping in the abdominal muscles in some cases. Less than 5 percent of black widow spider bites results in death.

Wolf Spiders

Wolf Spiders are a common household pests that look for a warm place to stay for wintertime. They do not spin webs but they hunt for food at night. The Wolf Spider can be commonly mistaken for brown recluse spider, but they lack the violin-shaped marking behind their head. They are not aggressive and will run away from disturbances.

With wolf spider bites you will feel some local pain. Itchiness, dizziness, nausea, and swelling are uncommon, but they can be symptoms.

If a spider bite does occur, always contact a your physician. If it's possible, try to catch the spider or at least get a good description of the spider. This will aide the doctors to know how to handle the bite more quickly.




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2012年5月22日 星期二

Common Winter Pests and Insects


You've probably noticed that whenever the weather starts to turn cold, you see more insects and pests crawling around your home. The reason for this is that the colder weather drives insects and pests to seek refuge in a warm and dry place, like the conditions your home provides. Some pests and rodents will hibernate in your home while others will remain active, causing problems. The best way to prevent unwanted winter pests and insects is to take preventative pest control measures throughout the year for each season. Listed below are some of the most common pests and insects that plague American homes in the winter.

Wolf Spiders

One of the most common winter pests in American homes is the wolf spider. In many cases the wolf spider is confused with the nursery spider or brown recluse. But wolf spiders have two eyes out of eight that are large and prominent that set them apart from other spiders. In most cases, wolf spiders are harmless, but no one likes to have an infestation of spiders in their home.

Carpet Beetle

Although the name would suggest that carpet beetles prefer to live in your carpet, these invasive insects live in many different areas of the home. The problem with carpet beetles is what they feed on, which might include things like carpet, wool, hair, cotton, or even flour and cereals.

House Cricket

House crickets are annoying pests that are most often found in warm ducts and in the paneling behind heating installations. House crickets have a characteristic chirping noise that can go on for hours, which can become extremely irritating to homeowners.




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2012年5月19日 星期六

Most Common House Spiders


With a little under 4000 different species of spiders in the United States alone, spider identification can be quite difficult. You'll hear names like 'house spider' and 'cobweb spider' tossed around frequently and out of context. The truth is, house spiders and cobweb spiders are actual species, not generalizations. This page is geared towards identifying the most common spiders in the United States (in no particular order):

Black Widow - Shiny black with a red hourglass on its abdomen. It is only the females who have a dangerous bite. They like to hide in shoes left outside (seriously), under rocks, between bricks, and will not usually get inside. They make very messy webs.
Brown Recluse - This a brown spider that has a horrible painful bite. On its back is the signature violin pattern. They do not build webs and will reproduce very fast inside of a home.
Daring Jumping Spider - Black, small and furry. It's pretty fast and curious too. May have a white spot on its abdomen.
Yellow Sac Spider - Yellow or green bodied spider that can be found running around outside. This spider is responsible for more bites than any other spider in the United States.
Wolf Spider - Large brown spider with a tan strip running across its carapace. Does not construct webs and sometimes mothers can be seen carrying live babies on her back.
Cellar Spider - Translucent tan color, very long legs and skinny abdomen. They make messy webs in the corners of your home.
Nursery Web Spider - Looks just like a wolf spider except the females can be seen carrying eggs with their mouth parts. They are prominent around creeks and bodies of water. Does not usually get inside the house.
Garden Spiders - Black and yellow with white in between. This spider is huge and terrifying. They build large webs between shrubbery to catch and eat crickets.

We've skimmed the surface briefly. Spiders belonging to the order Agriope are very common as well, but because there are so many subspecies, it is impossible to provide a unique description. Spiders in the Agriope order build webs around eaves, windows, and below decking. They have a bulbous abdomen and vary in colors of orange, red, black, yellow, etc. The legs are usually striped as well.




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2012年3月15日 星期四

Common Insects and Other Pests Indigenous to Las Vegas


If you live in Las Vegas or are planning to move there soon, you should know that in the southern Nevada desert, you're never really alone in your home! As in every other place in the country, every house has to deal with insects, spiders, and other pests of one kind or another; but in the desert, some of these nuisances can be downright deadly. Here is a snapshot look at some of the most commonly found pests in and around the Las Vegas area that are indigenous to this part of the country.

Oriental cockroaches

Cockroaches in the desert? Absolutely! Although these carriers of germs and disease are more commonly associated with highly humid areas, the oriental variety has carved out a little niche for itself in the southern Nevada desert lands. They are smaller than most of their cousins, but they still can contaminate food just as efficiently. Keeping your house clean and caulking small crevices to the outside are great deterrents.

Black Widow and Brown Recluse Spiders

Although the Black Widow is more common, Brown Recluse spiders are also found in the Las Vegas area. Both of these spiders fight against potential enemies with highly toxic venom, making their bites nothing to laugh at. The Black Widow's venom is 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's, and the skin around a Brown Recluse bite will quickly degenerate and die, causing permanent scaring.

Africanized Honeybees (or Killer Bees)

Killer Bees have been in the Las Vegas area for about a decade, having moved northward from Mexico. Although they are hard to physically distinguish from their European cousins, it is their behavior that most often betrays their presence. They are highly aggressive and more liable to sting, and they've been known to chase people relentlessly for long distances.

Your best defense against these pests is to retain a good Las Vegas pest control specialist, and have him make regular visits to your home.




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2012年3月14日 星期三

Common Household Spider - Are They Poisonous


As small as these little creatures are, it's amazing what a raucous they can cause. Many spiders are harmless, but there are some common spiders that should truly be feared. It is important to be able to identify spiders that are poisonous and the symptoms spider bites can cause. It would be an excellent idea to place some glue traps around your house, to help you identify what types of spiders you have living with you. As it is hard to get a close look at them when they are running across your floor or when they are squished in a tissue or under your shoe.

The Hobo Spider

The hobo spider has a brown body and can grow from 1/4 to 5/8 inch in length. It is commonly found in Idaho and Utah. It is a European immigrant that has recently been implicated as a potentially poisonous spider in the United States. They live in funnel web. Most hobo spider bites occur in bed or clothing where the spider is trapped next to the skin.

The initial bite from a hobo spider is usually painless but hardens within 30 minutes. The area of the bite may have numbness and it is common to feel dizzy. After 15 to 35 hours the area forms blisters and can start to slough, which stops after about 24 hours. It causes a slow healing wound. It can take months to heal. The hobo spider bites is not considered to be fatal but fatalities have occurred.

The Brown Recluse

The Brown Recluse spider is one of the few dangerous spiders in the United States. It is also called the fiddle back spider or violin spider because of the violin shape mark on it. It's native to south central United States but can be commonly found in the central mid western states. It is best to use glue traps for brown recluse, because they are not affected by pesticides.

The initial bite from a Brown Recluse spider is usually painless and the victim can be unaware for 3 to 8 hours later. Then the site of the bite might turn red and swollen. The bite can take a long time to heal. It will often leave scaring. It is extremely rare for a fatality to occur from a brown recluse spider bite but they still must be treated as a dangers spider

Black Widow

Adult female black widow spiders are about 1/2-inch long, not including the legs. They are jet black with a red hourglass marking underneath their circular abdomen. The adult males are around half the size of the females. Females can be identified by their red dots and white lines along the abdomen. The male black widow spider is harmless. It's the females you have to watch for. In spring or summer the black widow start to mate.

A black widow spider bite can go unnoticed. The intensity of the pain depends on amount of venom injected and the area of the bite. The bloodstream carries the venom around the body and it acts on the nervous system, causing different levels of pain. There may be slight local swelling and two red puncture points from the fangs. Pain usually starts from the bite site and works it way to the abdomen and back causing severe cramping in the abdominal muscles in some cases. Less than 5 percent of black widow spider bites results in death.

Wolf Spiders

Wolf Spiders are a common household pests that look for a warm place to stay for wintertime. They do not spin webs but they hunt for food at night. The Wolf Spider can be commonly mistaken for brown recluse spider, but they lack the violin-shaped marking behind their head. They are not aggressive and will run away from disturbances.

With wolf spider bites you will feel some local pain. Itchiness, dizziness, nausea, and swelling are uncommon, but they can be symptoms.

If a spider bite does occur, always contact a your physician. If it's possible, try to catch the spider or at least get a good description of the spider. This will aide the doctors to know how to handle the bite more quickly.




I am a busy mother of 5. I enjoy writing about things I have tried out that work for me. If you are interested in reading tips to make life easier for you as a busy mother or father then visit my website. http://spiderfrenzie.blogspot.com/

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2012年3月8日 星期四

A Look at Common Northwest Insects


Being in the Pacific Northwest is wonderful in the summer, when campers and hikers can relax in the cool shade of pine trees, listen to the sound of a trickling creek and enjoy the aroma of wild blackberries. What isn't wonderful, however, are the insects you encounter.

Prepare yourself for the dangerous insects you may encounter while hiking or camping in the Northwest with this guide to common outdoor pests:

Stinging Offenders: Bees and Wasps

Unless you're allergic to their bite or sting, bees and wasps are more annoying than they are dangerous. Good hiking safety practices include taking care around flowering flora, dead or hollow trees, and garbage cans. Do not tamper with hives or nests, as this may provoke bees and wasps to attack.

Avoid leaving food out in the open, as this will attract wasps. Some campers have found that laying out anti-static dryer sheets on a picnic table helps keep wasps away.

Itchy Offenders: Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are the insect people find most bothersome. Not only do their bites cause itching, but mosquitoes can transmit the West Nile virus. Wear a lightweight, long-sleeved shirt and pants, especially if you're in an area famous for its pests.

Insect repellant is a must. Prevent bites to your hands and face by applying an insect repellant that's safe to use all over your body. Avoid areas with still water, such as ponds or small lakes.

Eight-Legged Offenders: Arachnids

While most of the Northwest's spiders are harmless, there are a couple of species to be aware of: the black widow and the brown recluse.

The black widow is recognizable by its black, glossy look and bulbous abdomen. The underside of its belly has an hourglass shape that's can range from red to orange or white. The black widow is a highly venomous spider - you'll instantly know if you are bitten by one.

The brown recluse spider is gray, brown or dark yellow in color. The top part of its body is bisected by a black line, giving the spider the appearance of a small violin. Although the brown recluse is shy, its bite can cause necrosis. It can take a couple of hours to feel the effects of this spider's bite.

Prevention is the best protection against spiders. One good camping safety practice is to use an LED flashlight when looking for items in the dark. Wear thick gloves when going through brush, collecting firewood or looking under rocks. Carefully examine your shoes and clothes before putting them on.

Blood-Sucking Offenders: Ticks

Ticks are nasty creatures that mostly live in trees. When these parasites see potential host, they jump on and bury their heads into the skin. Ticks can carry lyme disease or Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

The best chemical defense against ticks is an insect repellent containing DEET. In wooded areas, wear a hat, a long-sleeved shirt tucked into pants, and long pants tucked into socks or boots.

When all is said and done, insect repellent, the right clothes, good camping and hiking safety practices and a powerful LED flashlight are basic necessities for your Pacific Northwest bug-fighting arsenal.

~ Flora Richards-Gustafson, 2010




Flora Richards-Gustafson lives in Portland, Ore. and writes for Discount Lights and Knives.
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2012年1月24日 星期二

Common Winter Pests and Insects


You've probably noticed that whenever the weather starts to turn cold, you see more insects and pests crawling around your home. The reason for this is that the colder weather drives insects and pests to seek refuge in a warm and dry place, like the conditions your home provides. Some pests and rodents will hibernate in your home while others will remain active, causing problems. The best way to prevent unwanted winter pests and insects is to take preventative pest control measures throughout the year for each season. Listed below are some of the most common pests and insects that plague American homes in the winter.

Wolf Spiders

One of the most common winter pests in American homes is the wolf spider. In many cases the wolf spider is confused with the nursery spider or brown recluse. But wolf spiders have two eyes out of eight that are large and prominent that set them apart from other spiders. In most cases, wolf spiders are harmless, but no one likes to have an infestation of spiders in their home.

Carpet Beetle

Although the name would suggest that carpet beetles prefer to live in your carpet, these invasive insects live in many different areas of the home. The problem with carpet beetles is what they feed on, which might include things like carpet, wool, hair, cotton, or even flour and cereals.

House Cricket

House crickets are annoying pests that are most often found in warm ducts and in the paneling behind heating installations. House crickets have a characteristic chirping noise that can go on for hours, which can become extremely irritating to homeowners.




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2012年1月23日 星期一

Common Pests in Atlanta


Like many other large cities across the country, Atlanta has bugs that we want to exterminate, too. For those considering moving into the area, learning about Atlanta's climate and insects problems is a good idea.

Here are a few facts about Atlanta. We have about 540,000 people in the actual city, however when you take into the calculations the entire metro Atlanta area, we have about 5 and a half million people calling it home. In fact, that number makes Atlanta the 9th largest metro area in the country.

We have also experienced tremendous growth in recent years. In fact, in the last decade out population has spiked up an amazing 28%!

As we are growing at such a rapid rate, we are also experiencing explosions in the bug populations, too. For instance, bed bugs were unheard of in Atlanta five years ago, however, outbreaks of bed bugs in Atlanta are now being reported at an alarming rate, causing rising concern for locals as these bugs spread from the inner city areas to the suburbs.

Atlanta is a hot travel destination as well as a lay over place, as proven by Atlanta's Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport winning the title of busiest airport for the last 12 years, based on the total number of annual travelers.

And of course, all of these travelers increase the probability of spreading bed bugs. Like many other metro areas, these pests are spreading here also. So, a word of advice, if you plan on staying in a hotel, check out the customer reviews and look for reports of bed bugs, since many hotels have had this issue.

The climate here in Atlanta is considered a humid sub tropical area, based off of the 50 inches of average rainfall that we get each year. Plus Atlanta is right by the Chattahoochee River, and many other smaller rivers, adding to the overall humidity. Plus, the elevation is a mere 738 to 1,050 ft above sea level. All of this moisture creates a great environment for many types of spiders, beetles, roaches and other pests.

Among some of the more dangerous spiders to be found in Atlanta are the Black Widow spider and the Brown Recluse. Take appropriate measure to make sure that neither of these spiders are in your home by using proactive pest control methods.




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2012年1月7日 星期六

Most Common House Spiders


With a little under 4000 different species of spiders in the United States alone, spider identification can be quite difficult. You'll hear names like 'house spider' and 'cobweb spider' tossed around frequently and out of context. The truth is, house spiders and cobweb spiders are actual species, not generalizations. This page is geared towards identifying the most common spiders in the United States (in no particular order):

Black Widow - Shiny black with a red hourglass on its abdomen. It is only the females who have a dangerous bite. They like to hide in shoes left outside (seriously), under rocks, between bricks, and will not usually get inside. They make very messy webs.
Brown Recluse - This a brown spider that has a horrible painful bite. On its back is the signature violin pattern. They do not build webs and will reproduce very fast inside of a home.
Daring Jumping Spider - Black, small and furry. It's pretty fast and curious too. May have a white spot on its abdomen.
Yellow Sac Spider - Yellow or green bodied spider that can be found running around outside. This spider is responsible for more bites than any other spider in the United States.
Wolf Spider - Large brown spider with a tan strip running across its carapace. Does not construct webs and sometimes mothers can be seen carrying live babies on her back.
Cellar Spider - Translucent tan color, very long legs and skinny abdomen. They make messy webs in the corners of your home.
Nursery Web Spider - Looks just like a wolf spider except the females can be seen carrying eggs with their mouth parts. They are prominent around creeks and bodies of water. Does not usually get inside the house.
Garden Spiders - Black and yellow with white in between. This spider is huge and terrifying. They build large webs between shrubbery to catch and eat crickets.

We've skimmed the surface briefly. Spiders belonging to the order Agriope are very common as well, but because there are so many subspecies, it is impossible to provide a unique description. Spiders in the Agriope order build webs around eaves, windows, and below decking. They have a bulbous abdomen and vary in colors of orange, red, black, yellow, etc. The legs are usually striped as well.




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