If it feels like flies suddenly show up everywhere (even in your home) once summer arrives, you’re not imagining things! Across the Midwest, summer creates ideal conditions for fly activity. Warm temperatures, rising humidity, summer rain, and increased outdoor activity ALL make it easier for flies to breed, feed, and eventually find their way indoors. […]
As soon as the weather warms up, the buzzing begins. Whether you are planting flowers, enjoying dinner on the patio, or sipping your morning coffee outside, stinging insects have a way of killing the vibe. But are stinging insects truly dangerous, or are they simply misunderstood? The answer is a little bit of both. Let’s […]
Getting rid of flies is not as simple as you might think. Summer in the Midwest is beautiful, but it’s also prime time for small flies to invade your home. The combination of heat and humidity creates the perfect breeding grounds for a number of pests, including the dreaded fruit fly. If you’re swatting at […]
If you’ve ever tried planting citronella or hanging a bat house hoping to keep mosquitoes away, you’re not alone. But while some tips sound natural and family-friendly, many simply don’t work. How to Prepare Your Yard for Mosquito Season—What Actually Works (Without Harming Butterflies, Kids, or Pets) As a mom, a pet owner, or someone […]
Stinging insect season is upon us. Although some species are a nuisance to us, insects like wasps, bees, and ants have a very special place in our ecosystem. Stinging insects pollinate plants, keep the food chain functioning, and act as decomposers in our environment. Did you know that one third of all crops in the […]
Surprised and irritated by the sudden appearance of numerous small flies? They’re more than likely one of these three most common species: fruit flies, drain flies (a.k.a. moth flies), or fungus gnats. Why should you care about the species? From a scientific control point of view, identifying the species of the invaders ensures effective control. […]