There’s nothing worse than coming home to a foul odor and finding out it wasn’t the dog’s flatulence causing it. Narrowing down the possibilities, you remember seeing droppings and come to the terrifying conclusion that you’re dealing with a dead mouse or rat. Obviously, finding the corpse and getting rid of it is the best … Read more
It seems like lizard repellent products are a dime a dozen these days, except they cost far more than a dime. In some ways, they’ve become the “miracle tonics” of the 21st century for getting rid of lizards. That doesn’t mean they’re all bad, however. Many products actually have a great success rate when you … Read more
Science has a very complicated way of classifying things. They will often group things together based upon physical similarities, only to later separate them based on minor differences. Even more confusing is the fact that there are multiple classification systems which can place a plant or animal on completely different locations on the evolutionary tree … Read more
There are a lot of critters that invade our homes, some of which get confused with other pests. One in particular is a tiny group of beetles that are often mistaken for roaches. These beetles are quite common, yet few people know their true identity beyond the nickname carpet beetle. These critters are a strange … Read more
One of the few species of spider that are popularly kept as pets, the wolf spider is usually either loved or hated. Unfortunately, having one of these hairy eight-legged critters loose in your home is usually an unwelcome event. Not only are they fairly large, but their jumping ability and furry appearance result in almost … Read more
Of all the disgust-inducing critters, the one which instills the most frequent hate is the cockroach. But what if we told you not all roaches are malicious invaders? The wood roach (AKA tree roach) is a notable exception to the cockroach stereotype. Of course, even exceptions can be unwanted, so knowing when you’re up against … Read more
Raccoons may seem cute and cuddly, but they can be nasty, sneaky, and like to carry big guns around. However, their primary interest is in your trash and not in saving the galaxy, so they’re far more of a nuisance than they are beneficial. Here’s all you need to know about raccoons, getting rid of … Read more
Let’s be honest, there are some critters we love more than others, even when they’re closely related. For example, we love bunnies, but tend to hate mice. While the most commonly voiced argument between these two is that bunnies are fluffy and cute while mice are small and have long, naked tails that make them … Read more
We usually talk about critters that cause damage to your home or garden, but sometimes even beneficial critters can be considered a pest. Enter the hoverfly (family Syrphidae), an important species that’s often misunderstood and sometimes even feared. Let’s take a closer look at these critters, what they do, and how to get rid of … Read more
Love them or hate them, mice are quite common in nature. In fact, there are over 1,100 species worldwide. Of those, 200 call North America home. Many of these have adapted to living among humans and may even be nesting somewhere in your home. Don’t worry, these critters are far less likely to be hanging … Read more
