There are a variety of species of wasps in the world. One such species that is easily identifiable because of its nesting habits are mud dauber wasps’. These wasps are also known as dirt divers. These wasps live up to…
Termites are among the most destructive termites that can invade your home. If they are not treated early, termite can cause significant damage. Additionally, they can cause delays to the purchase or sale of a home. Ideally, termites are not…
Garages are a favorite hotspot for mice because of the warmth it offers. Mice in your garage can cause property damage and health problems, and if they go unnoticed, mice problems can get out of hand rapidly. They can build…
Most people do not look at cockroaches and notice a personality. However, cockroaches do have personalities, and these personalities also affect how the insects flee from predators. The discovery of these personalities occurred when researchers at the University of Ryukyus…
Studying The Life Of The Urban Rat In the age of commercial space flight and artificial intelligence, you would think there are very few things that are beyond the reach of science. However, there are surprisingly few things we know…
Just because it is cold outside, doesn’t mean pest problems have gone away. Payne Pest Management reminds homeowners that winter is actually a critical time to pest-proof around the house to help keep pests from coming indoors. Although winter is…
Everyone loves summer. Playing outdoors, exploring nature, hiking – it has everything. If only it were so simple. Unfortunately, summertime also means that ticks are coming out in droves, hiding in tall grass and wooden areas looking for a new…
The California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection is seeking to prevent further expansion of two species of beetles – shot-hole borers (ISHB) and gold-spotted oak borers (GSOB) – which have both contributed to the ongoing oak tree mortality across…
In California, the two most common rat species are the Norway rats and roof rats. To the untrained eye, these pests seem the same, but they differ in appearance, size and behavior. However, it’s important to know which species you…
If ants are in your home, we hope they’re your invited relatives and not the annoying household pest! Ants are considered the worst pest in the world by homeowners who rank them above cockroaches, spiders and bed bugs as most…
The centipede species Scolopendra polymorpha goes by many common names including the “common desert centipede,” the “tiger centipede,” the “multicolored centipede,” and the “banded desert centipede.” Although most experts refer to S. polymorpha as the desert centipede, this species thrives…
