The Life Cycle of a Bed Bug

Although small in size, bed bugs can quickly reproduce and survive for months without feeding, allowing undetected infestations to rapidly grow. Learn more about the life cycle of these pests.

Bed Bugs: What You Need to Know

One of the more widespread pests, one out of five people have had a bed bug infestation or knows someone who has encountered them. Here's everything you need to know about them, including surprising places they can be found and why they're attracted to humans.

CDC Warns About "Aggressive" Rats as Coronavirus Shuts Down Restaurants

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people may see an increase in "aggressive" rodent behavior since lockdowns and restaurant closures have forced the animals to search for new sources of food.

See How Easily a Rat Can Wriggle Up Your Toilet | National Geographic

A rat's ribs are hinged at the spine, enabling it to easily squeeze through the tightest spaces—like the pipes draining your toilet. And rats are great swimmers too; they can hold their breath for up to three minutes. See how quickly a rat can go from the city streets to your bathroom.

Ask the Pest Professor: Mouse Hunt

Is it true you never have “just one mouse” in your house? Dr. Jim Fredericks, chief entomologist for the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), has the answer!

Bob Vila's Top 5 Spring Pest Proofing Tips

Home improvement expert Bob Vila shares his top 5 tips to prevent a pest infestation this spring.

Inside The Ant Colony - Deborah M. Gordon

Ants have one of the most complex social organizations in the animal kingdom; they live in structured colonies that contain different types of members who perform specific roles. Sound familiar? Deborah M. Gordon explains the way these incredible creatures mate, communicate and source food, shedding light on how their actions can mimic and inform our own behavior.

Lesson by Deborah M. Gordon, animation by Steve Belfer Creative Inc.