Rats have become a major pest problem in Maine, and the problem is growing. “Rats Are On The Rise Around Maine” was published by Mainepublic.org, writer Abigail Curtis with Bangor Daily News. “Caribou residents terrorized by rats as big as…
People ask if there are poisonous spiders in Maine. The answer is yes, however, there are only a few poisonous spiders in Maine. All spiders are predators and that goes for the ones in Maine. They feed on a wide…
Cockroaches can be some of the most difficult pests to get rid of, and not only that, they can be one of the most dangerous as well. Cockroaches in Maine are becoming more and more of an issue. Some people…
Types of Ants in Maine Ants may be little creatures but the role that they play in the environment is not. In Southern Maine, there are several common species of ants that you may encounter in your daily life. Whether…
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.…
