If you are a gardener, you know how much time and effort it takes to get everything in your garden to grow. Before you can even plant a garden, you have to research what grows in your area. Then you must put in the time and energy to build your garden bed. After that you…
Blow flies can be found worldwide and will thrive in any environment. Blow flies are most often found feeding on dead animals or buzzing around garbage disposal areas. These flies can become a major nuisance and even cause harm. Blow flies always find a way to sneak inside your home, or continuously bug you while…
Yellow jackets live socially in large colonies, where the nests offer shelter for thousands of members. Drones are males, and do not have a stinger, however, the females do and will sting repeatedly. While bees rely on a diet of nectar or pollen, most wasps feed on insects. A North American predatory insect that builds…
Restaurants are all about the senses; mist want to offer pleasant music, perfect lighting, mouth-watering smells that come from the kitchen, and of course the flavor that pops from the food. However, pests are unwelcomed visitors that can sour the whole experience that is otherwise enjoyable, including flies. Whether you work in or run a…
Living in an apartment is an attractive option for most Americans. Living in them offers benefits not available to house ownership. Due to the close design of apartments, neighbors tend to share a lot. Smells, noises, even a cup of sugar are all things frequently shared in apartment buildings. But there are some things the…
When you see a stinging insect fly by, it’s important to know which one you’re dealing with so you can get rid of them effectively and so you’ll know if they pose a threat to you. Animal Pest Management Services present a comparison of bees and wasps to help you know what you’re dealing with!…
The Triatominae or most commonly referred to as the kissing bug, assassin bug, or vampire bug, is a warm blooded feeding pests. The kissing bug is found throughout America and therefore is found in California as well. The kissing bug is considered a major threat due to the parasites and diseases they can pass to…
Who doesn’t love the diversity in flowers and plant life that grow around us each day? Believe it or not, in order for those beautiful plants to grow, you need more than just sunshine and soil. Bees actually play a large role in the ecosystem around us. Unfortunately, their population is in decline all around…
From time to time, nearly everyone will experience an ant infestation in their home. Commonly more of a nuisance, these insects raid our houses in search of crumbs and other edible delights as well as delivering obnoxiously annoying pinches they inflict. Out of the ants likely to invade your Southern California home, carpenter ants top…
Dampwood, drywood, and subterranean termites are all present throughout Southern California. Most termites are a year round problem, though during the colder months they often retreat into warmer places to survive. Termites are a detriment to any home or business, as it usually takes the owners years to see the damage. However, knowing the basics…
