Which Fly Pests Breed Primarily Within Indoor Drains, And Why?
The types of insect pests that invade and infest homes differ somewhat from region-to-region, but some insect pests can be found in virtually all regions of the world. Ants, flies, bed bugs, termites and cockroaches are the most commonly encountered insect pests in homes throughout the US, but fly pests are particularly problematic in the […]
Signs Of A Moth Fly Infestation
Flies, cockroaches and other insects that are attracted to various forms of decaying organic matter are among the worst types of insect pests to find within a home. Some commonly encountered insect pest species, like house flies, face flies and American cockroaches, regular travel into homes after making contact with excrement, carrion, rotting food, and […]
Heavy Rain Water Saturation On Residential Landscapes Attracts Numerous Fly Pests
Due to their habit of congregating on rotten substances and materials, fly pests, like house flies, blow flies, black flies and stable flies, are constantly covered in dozens of disease-causing microorganisms, making their indoor presence a medical threat. Flies rely on decaying organic matter in the environment for their survival, as eggs and larvae (maggots) […]
Cluster Flies Appear In Homes Seemingly Out Of Nowhere During The Fall
During the fall a number of insect pests make a mad dash into residential homes in order to secure warm shelter for the winter season. These insect pests cannot overwinter outdoors, so they take their chances indoors by congregating in areas like wall voids, attics, behind baseboards and other areas where they are able to […]
Crane Fly Infestation Cases In Upstate New York Lawns Are Becoming More Common Across The State
A non-native crane fly species established an invasive habitat in three separate regions of North America back in 2004. This species, Tipula paludosa, has become a nuisance and economically costly insect pest in all of these non-native regions, one of which is, unfortunately, New York state. This invasive crane fly has caused considerable damage to […]
Which Fly Pests Are Known For Infesting Homes In Upstate New York?
Which Fly Pests Are Known For Infesting Homes In Upstate New York? Most people consider bees, wasps and mosquitoes to be the only potentially dangerous types of winged insects that can harm humans in the United States. As it happens, several species of fly also pose a threat to Americans. Flies may not sting like […]
