Preventing Pests in Westchester, NY: A Comprehensive Guide

Westchester, NY, with its picturesque landscapes and serene neighborhoods, is a dream come true for many homeowners. However, just like any other place, it can sometimes face issues with pests such as insects and rodents. Keeping these uninvited guests out is essential not just for the peace of mind but also for health and hygiene. […]

Battling Lanternflies in New York: A Guide to Control and Prevention

In recent years, New York has faced a growing threat from an invasive insect known as the lanternfly. Originally native to East Asia, these pests have quickly established themselves in various parts of the state, wreaking havoc on agricultural crops, landscapes, and ecosystems. The Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has the potential to cause significant economic […]

Brood X: Cicadas set to emerge after 17 years

Brood X, one of the largest broods of cicadas, is set to emerge after 17 years underground this summer. The bugs have been lurking beneath the surface since 2004, feeding on sap from the roots of plants, according to Michael J. Raupp, emeritus professor of entomology at the University of Maryland. Once they’re mature, the […]

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Importance of Pest Management

Controlling pests is an enormous task in the United States. Pest control provides protection from harmful insects that can cause public health issues and costly damages to property. When people hear “pest management” or “pest control”, they are typically thinking about the eradication of roaches, a spiders, or fleas. Actually, pest management is involved with […]

Yellow Jacket

Yellow Jackets

Yellow jackets receive their common name from their typical black and yellow color pattern. They are worldwide in distribution with about 16 species occurring in the United States. Adult workers about 3/8-5/8″ (10-16 mm) long depending on the species, with their respective queens about 25% longer. Abdomen usually banded with yellow and black, several species […]

Boxelder bugs

Boxelder Bug

The common name reflects the fact that this species is a major pest of boxelder trees. Boxelder bugs are primarily a nuisance pest because they enter structures to overwinter. Adults about 1/2″ (1 1 – 1 4 mm) long; elongate-oval, somewhat flattened with head narrower than pronotum. Color black with reddish lines on dorsum, pronotum […]

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