SCORPIONS

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SCORPIONS Scorpions are a common pest that commonly resides within Southern U.S. climates and beyond. Scorpions are extremely versatile and can be found in any number of weather conditions. They are closely related to spiders, mites, and ticks and span across almost 2,000 types of species. Though among all scorpions, only 30 or 40 types have strong…

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RODENT-PROOFING YOUR HOME FOR WINTER

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RODENT-PROOFING YOUR HOME FOR WINTER As the colder temps start to settle in, your home becomes a warm sanctuary that’s perfect for hiding out from blustering winds, snow, and the harshness that comes with wintertime. You’re certainly not the only one that finds an escape in the comfort of your home, though. When it’s cold…

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SPIDERS

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SPIDERS PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Spiders can survive for long periods of time without food and also have been known to survive even whole house fumigation. There are anywhere from 500 to 800 species of spiders in the United States. Spiders have only 2 body regions, no antennae, no compound eyes and have 4 pairs of legs.…

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RATS & MICE

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RATS & MICE For self-defense, rats are nocturnal and become active after a premises has become quiet, or about one 1/2 hour after dusk. When left alone they will roam around day or night. Rats are color blind and have poor vision, but highly developed senses of smell, taste, hearing, and touch. The roof rat…

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SQUIRRELS

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SQUIRRELS Squirrels are familiar to almost everyone. More than 200 squirrel species live all over the world, with the exception of Australia. Like other rodents, squirrels have four front teeth that never stop growing so they don’t wear down from the constant gnawing. Tree squirrels are the types most commonly recognized, often seen gracefully scampering…

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SNAKES

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SNAKES Most snakes indigenous to the United States are not poisonous. The exceptions are copperheads, coral snakes, rattlesnakes, and water moccasins.  If you’re bitten by one of these snakes, seek medical attention immediately, as the venom could be life-threatening.  Most poisonous snakes in the United States can be identified by the following characteristics: Slit eyes.…

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SMOKY BROWN COCKROACHES

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SMOKY BROWN COCKROACHES FACTS, IDENTIFICATION & CONTROL LATIN NAME Periplaneta fuliginosa APPEARANCE The smoky brown cockroach is a common pest of the southeastern United States. Although mainly found from central Texas eastward, and as far north as North Carolina, the smoky-brown cockroach also has been found as far north as Indiana and Illinois. This primarily…

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IDENTIFY ATTIC INFILTRATORS TO KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE

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IDENTIFY ATTIC INFILTRATORS TO KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE Pitter patter. Thump. Squeak. They’re the noises that every homeowner dreads hearing — the indicators that a pest has infiltrated the attic. You didn’t consent to share your home with a rodent! Plus, if left unchecked, many unwanted guests can cause expensive damage or pose health risks. Hiring…

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FLEAS

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FLEAS Fleas are parasites — or life forms that feed on hosts — often harming the host in some way.  Fleas use their hosts’ blood as food.  They generally prefer the blood of four-legged animals to human blood. Although newly emerged fleas need to find food within a few days, adults can go for a couple…

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