Yellow Jackets in the Carolinas: How To Control Them

Yellow Jackets in the Carolinas: How To Control Them

A fairly common pest in the Carolinas, yellowjackets are notorious for being aggressive and stinging anyone they perceive as a threat. Understandably, nobody wants these on their property. If someone is allergic to yellowjackets, the sting is much more of a threat. By...
Why Do Mosquitoes Keep Hanging Around Your Backyard?

Why Do Mosquitoes Keep Hanging Around Your Backyard?

One of the worst things to endure in your own outdoor space is being attacked by mosquitos. The little bloodsuckers are annoying, constantly buzzing around, then inflicting pain when they bite, as well as irritation for a while afterward. Not only are mosquitoes...
Termites vs. Cockroaches: Similarities & Differences

Termites vs. Cockroaches: Similarities & Differences

If you think termites and cockroaches have little to do with each other, you better reconsider. The taxonomy of termites has been recently updated by the Entomological Society of America (ESA). As a result, the termite order Isoptera has been merged with the cockroach...