Aphids are a common pest found in the garden and yard. These little insects love to feed on your vegetable plants, ornamental flowers, and even young shoots on trees, but what happens when aphids don’t have access to a food source? When aphids don’t have plants, they will either produce winged offspring and migrate to…
It is no secret in the bird world that crows are some of the most intellectually advanced birds. These clever birds have been known to use strategies and tricks to scavenge for food. They are also the opposite of picky and will eat pretty much anything they can find. Scientists have found that crows consume…
Seeing an occasional frog or two in a garden is always pretty exciting. They’re pretty interesting, and you may even be inclined to offer a frog some shelter, food, or water. However, when you start to see more frogs, and more often, it can be the start of a real problem – and it’s best…
Snakes aren’t the worst pest you could have in your home. They don’t cause damage, prefer to stay hidden, and will eat other pests. Still, nobody wants to stumble upon a snake! Snakes enter homes in search of food and water. They usually hide in or near basements and cellars, hot water tanks and pipes,…
If you’ve ever been cruising down the road after, or even during a rainstorm in the evening, it’s hard to miss the hundreds of hopping frogs hitting the cool, wet pavement. Frogs prefer damp, dark environments and will take advantage of these dreary conditions around your home – and guess what perfectly provides these conditions…
The Lily Leaf Beetle is a European invasive insect that was first found in North America in the 1940s. This pesky insect can devastate the garden and should be controlled as soon as it’s found. Many gardeners want to avoid harsh insecticides that are harmful not just to the target insect, but to all of…
It’s late at night, you’re sleeping soundly, but then you’re awakened by a cacophony outside. You sigh and wonder how long these bandits are going to continue to raid your house. Is there anything you can do to repel the raccoons that make a mess and keep you awake every night? Raccoons hate the smell…
Apple trees are a delicious addition to any yard. Unfortunately, they also play host to lots of hungry bugs and insects, ready to dig into the tree’s fruit and leaves. Pests enjoy the sweet fruit of apple trees just as much as we humans do. Some bugs and insects eating your apple trees include: Aphids…
Have you recently noticed an abundance of holes in your yard, or maybe, found that some of your plants have been uprooted? Or worse – maybe you’ve come across some cracks in your pavements and you can’t quite figure out how they got there? Well, if you have noticed any of these, and if you…
Armadillos are strange-looking animals that inhabit the central and southern United States. While these trundling mammals are quite harmless, they can sometimes find their way into our yards and cause unwanted damage to our lawns. Armadillos are in your yard because they are searching for insects or food scraps. They are attracted to a freshly…