The Aedes aegypti mosquito, which can transmit dengue fever and Zika, makes a meal of us around our homes. And her eggs are hardy. They can dry out, but remain alive for months, waiting for a little water so they can hatch into squiggly larvae.
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
This Dangerous Mosquito Lays Her Armored Eggs – in Your House | Deep Look
The Aedes aegypti mosquito, which can transmit dengue fever and Zika, makes a meal of us around our homes. And her eggs are hardy. They can dry out, but remain alive for months, waiting for a little water so they can hatch into squiggly larvae.
Sunday, July 26, 2020
Tips to Keep Rodents Out of House - PestWorld
Watch this video to learn about rodents and how to keep rodents out of house.
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Why Crickets Just Won't Shut Up | Deep Look
Male crickets play tunes non-stop to woo a mate or keep enemies away. But they're not playing their song with the body part you're thinking.
Monday, July 20, 2020
Don't Bother Using These Tick Removal Methods
If you find a tick attached to your skin, it's important to remove it as soon as possible, which is why you shouldn't bother with these tick removal methods that are not recommended.
Friday, July 17, 2020
Video: Mosquito-Borne Disease Prevention
Recent studies show that disease transmission from mosquito bites is on the rise. Watch this video to learn more about reducing mosquito breeding ground and preventing mosquito bites when outdoors.
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
The House Centipede is Fast, Furious, and Just So Extra | Deep Look
Voracious, venomous and hella leggy, house centipedes are masterful predators with a knack for fancy footwork. But not all their legs are made for walking, they put some to work in other surprising ways.
Saturday, July 11, 2020
The Dangers of Stinging Insects
Watch this video to learn how to avoid contact with stinging insects.
Wednesday, July 8, 2020
Why Does Rain Smell so Good... to Bugs?
Humans love the smell after good rain, though we may not be the the target of the pleasing aroma. There's evidence the characteristic post-rain scent is used to lure arthropods to bacteria.
Hosted by: Stefan Chin
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Ant Infestations: More than Meets the Eye
Have you seen ants around your home? Where there's one, there are likely thousands just below the surface.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
5 Things That Make You a Mosquito Magnet
Every summer it seems like there’s that one person who always gets a lot of mosquito bites. But what makes people mosquito magnets?
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