Snails mating (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Snails are not the most attractive creatures, and most of us cringe at the thought of these slimy pests crawling through our gardens. Nevertheless, these pests are all too real, and can become a serious problem. The giant African land snail is one of the most destructive, damaging snails found … » Read the rest

Profile view of  a pharaoh ant (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Golden-brown and almost transparent, pharaoh ants… » Read the rest have increasingly become an indoor nuisance throughout the world. With tiny bodies and a tendency towards erratic behavior, these ants can lay hundreds of eggs in their lifetimes. Often, they target hospitals and other health establishments. Since these ants are native

Clover mite in sand (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Clover mites are invasive insects, and can become a nuisance in houses, nursing homes, and even hospitals. Although they are typically outdoor insects that feed on smaller insects and various plant life, they can can invade homes in large numbers, inhabiting areas such as beds, curtains, carpets, and pantries. … » Read the rest

Almond moth larvae on peanut husks (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Almond moths are like teenage boys, always in the kitchen searching for food. They often make their way into dried cereals, powdered milk, and other stored foods, especially in homes with central heating, and will quickly devour pantry contents. Larvae, which cause the greatest damage, feed on stored … » Read the rest

… » Read the rest English: maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais) (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Have you ever gone to your pantry and opened up your favorite box of cereal, only to find that something has already beaten you to it? Have you noticed odd, suspicious holes in your cereal and grain boxes, and half-eaten corn flakes lying on your kitchen counter top?