Cockroaches can be some of the most difficult pests to eliminate, and they can also pose serious health risks. If you are wondering how to tell if cockroaches are in your Maine home, the most common signs include cockroach droppings,…
Ants may be small creatures, but the role they play in the environment is not insignificant. In Southern Maine, you may encounter several common species of ants, such as pavement ants and odorous house ants. Whether you already know about…
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…
A bug that look like stink bugs is typically a type of shield-shaped insect that resembles the stink bug in size, shape, and behavior. These bugs often share similar coloration and odor characteristics with stink bugs, which they release as…
If you are wondering what insects sting in Southern Maine, the most common ones include bees, yellow jackets, hornets, and paper wasps. These insects typically sting when they feel threatened or when someone gets too close to their nest. While…
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…
Many people ask, “Where will you mostly see cockroaches in Maine?” Well, Maine is home to a variety of critters, and cockroaches are certainly among them. In fact, there are more than 4,000 cockroach species worldwide, but only about 30…
Mosquitoes are one of the most dangerous pests in our area. These flying, invasive insects can spread diseases such as West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. Even if you don’t get sick from a mosquito bite, the bites themselves…