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They lurk in closets, under beds and inside shoes. No, they are not monsters — although for people with arachnophobia, they might as well be — they're spiders, hiding in the cracks and crevices of your home. The United States is home to more than 3,000 varieties of spiders, 60 of which are venomous.1 So it's no wonder that these eight-legged arachnids are popular symbols of Halloween.
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A brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) invasion of your home is an aggravating and embarrassing occurrence. After feeding on plants in your landscape during the warm months, these pests, which release an offensive odor when disturbed, gravitate toward the warmth and protection of the indoors in the fall. Your best line of defense when it comes to brown marmorated stink bugs (BMSB) is understanding them.
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Summer's here and outdoor living is easy - unless you're invaded by pests. Enjoy the sunny days and mild nights by taking control of your outdoor space with the pest prevention know-how.
Read MoreTopics: Outdoor Pests, Infographics
Insect pests are sneaky. They get into your house undetected, and aren't noticed until they've made themselves at home. Finding ants, silverfish and more unpleasant intruders, such as cockroaches, in your home is unsettling. But by taking the time to understand the habits of these and other invaders, you can control them and prevent infestation.
Read MoreTopics: Indoor Pests, Pest Facts
Just when you think your lawn has survived summer's stresses, patches of wilted, brown grass sound alarms. Though other problems may be in play, lawn grubs are likely culprits. Grub damage peaks in late summer and early fall, when these underground pests feast on grass roots. To limit the damage they cause, understand your opposition and stay ahead of their grubby games.
Read MoreTopics: Yard Pests, Outdoor Pests
Summer months bring fun, sun … and summer pests. During warm days and nights, small and very hungry critters can do a great deal of damage to your garden plants. Read on to learn more about the most common pests of the Pacific Northwest and how to control them in your yard, so you can get back to the more enjoyable activities that the warm season has to offer.*
Read MoreTopics: Yard Pests, Outdoor Pests, Pest Treatment and Prevention, Pest Facts
The Midwest's summer heat, humidity and rains attracts a variety of insatiable pests. The following critters are the most likely to show up in your backyard during the warmest months of the year.*
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The warm and humid summer weather in the Northeast draws a variety of pests. The following troublemakers enjoy dining on your landscape at this time of year.*
Read MoreTopics: Yard Pests, Outdoor Pests, Pest Treatment and Prevention, Pest Facts
