There are several types of pests that cause damage to your home. There are other pests that cause damage to the wood that is the structure of your house. Termites are a huge problem for people and they are a pest that cause millions of dollars in damage to homes. There are also carpenter ants…
The cottontail rabbit is found all throughout the state of California. They destroy many local lawns and gardens. Rabbits will dig under plants for shelter and to eat at the roots within the ground. They will also eat surface plants. In addition, they reproduce rapidly which in time can cause a lot of damage. Due…
Summer seems to be the season where the pests have increased activity. Ants, stinging insects, flies, roaches, spiders, and other insects are especially prone to the summer madness among other insects that are particularly active. Sharing the reasons from scientists, we at Animal Pest Management would like to share those reasons. Why Do Bugs Come…
There are close to 1,000 bat species in the world. In fact, bats make up a quarter of all mammal species on earth! There are 25 species of bats that make California home. Bats are important animals that are underrated. They are vital for pollination and seed-dispersal in the world’s rainforests and are the worlds…
Here in Southern California the sun is always shining. We are known for our great weather, awesome beaches, and chill atmosphere. This is one of the greatest places to live! People come from all around the world to get a small slice of the heaven we live in! However, not everything can be picture perfect…
Rats are a common problem stretching over the United States. In Southern California Roof rats and Norway rats are frequent visitors to homes and businesses. Rodents are known for spreading germs, bacteria, and diseases and not only are they a major health concern, but they are nasty vermin that destroy structures, utility lines, and property.…
Notorious for breaking up picnics and BBQs, wasps are one of the most intimidating flying pests around. They are similar looking to bees, but are more slender and can have different coloring depending on the species. But unlike bees, wasps are capable of delivering repeated sting to their victims. There are a number of wasps…
Anaphylaxis is the allergic reaction to animal venom such as from fire ants, wasps and bees. Arachnids like spiders, scorpions or other bugs like centipedes can also cause anaphylaxis. Swelling, redness and itching are local reactions to an insect bite or sting. Anaphylaxis symptoms on are large scale swelling, dizziness and difficulty breathing; and are…
The California Trapdoor Spider is a familiar residence in the State of California. This rather large and intimidating spider lives a fascinating life, and one much different than other common spiders. Where the California trapdoor spider bites aren’t venomous, due to their size and somewhat aggressive behavior they are not a welcome guest. Animal Pest…
When flies get inside the house they quickly become a major nuisance, are annoying, and difficult to get rid of. However flies aren’t just an annoying bug. They also carry many harmful diseases and viruses where they can affect you and contaminate your home. They can most especially be a problem inside the kitchen along…
