People ask, could I have a European Fire Ant infestation at my Southern Maine home? The answer is yes. European fire ants are a species of red ants that are and often transported from one area to another. They can…
Bugs that look like stink bugs People ask what are the bugs that look like stink bugs? Well, there are several bugs that look like sting bugs. Here is a list of the five common types of bugs that are…
Stinging Insects are some of the most common sources of irritation for people in the New England area. Although many of these bugs are helpful pollinators and keystone organisms for our ecosystem, wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets often get aggressive…
Bees in Maine are everywhere! They can be seen floating lazily through your garden, hopping from flower to flower. Maine bees are an important aspect of keeping plants alive and to help them thrive. That is one of the reasons…
Cockroaches in Maine Many people are curious and ask, “Where will you mostly see Cockroaches in Maine”? Well, there are definitely cockroaches in Maine. In fact there are more than 4,000 cockroach species in the world, however only 30 of…
Mosquitos are one of the most dangerous bugs in our area. They are flying, invasive pests that can spread diseases. And even if you don’t get sick when you get bit, the bites they leave are uncomfortably itchy and bothersome.…
What does a wasp look like? People may ask, “what does a wasps look like?” Most of them are black or have various markings of three different colors; white, orange or yellow. Hornets tend to have reddish-brown heads and thoraxes,…
I know what you’re thinking, “ticks are so tiny! How could they be dangerous?” These extremely common Maine parasites can create significantly greater health risks than other pests that might invade your property, so it’s important to learn how to…
