What Attracts Cluster Flies Into Homes In Upstate New York?

Once temperatures begin to rise during the spring season in upstate New York, residents should prepare for nuisance cluster fly swarms. Cluster flies are aptly named for their habit of “clustering” together in massive numbers within various hard-to-reach locations within a home. These areas include wall voids, attic spaces, subflooring and in the small space […]

The Disease-Carrying Mosquito Species That Infests New York Homes 

While most states located on the northeast coast see around 50 mosquitoes each year, the state of New York sees a whopping 70 species. Nearly all of these mosquitoes are a nuisance to residents in the state, but several also spread multiple diseases to humans, some of which can be fatal. Surprisingly, one mosquito species, […]

Truth Concerning The Spider Species That Are Native To Upstate New York

There is some debate about whether or not dangerous spider species inhabit upstate New York. According to experts, the northern black widow and the brown recluse are the only two spider species in the United States that inflict medically significant bites to humans. Although neither one of these species is native to New York state, […]

Spider Causes Crash in Upstate New York

Spiders belong to the arachnid class of arthropods, which also consists of ticks, scorpions and harvestman. Unlike insects, arachnids have eight legs, and are lacking in chewing mouthparts, wings and antennae; instead, spiders use their hollow fangs to inject venom into other organisms. The compounds in this venom turn their prey into sludge, which they […]

Stink Bugs Emerge From Hiding Places Within Upstate New York

Winter temperatures in upstate New York may be lower than winter temperatures in many other US states, but the cold climate does not mean that New York homeowners are free of household insect pest issues. In fact, the cold temperatures in the region could make certain insect pests more problematic than usual, and this is […]

Common Bugs In Upstate New York Homes

Nobody wants bugs in their house, but it is a sad fact of life that you can be very certain there are a number of insects that are just dying to come and squat in your home. There are a few specific bugs that you are most likely to deal with when they decide to […]

Nuisance Boxelder Bug Infestations May Become More Common Within And Near Upstate New York Homes

When compared to all other states, New York state contains the greatest number of invasive insect pest species. Most of these invasive pests arrived in the state from areas of Europe and Asia. While the majority of invasive insect species in New York limit their destructive feeding habits to trees located within rural or uninhabited […]

Where Are All Of Upstate New York’s Nuisance Geese Coming From?

You may find it hard to believe, but just 100 years ago there were no Canada geese inhabiting the state of New York. Today, there are around 200,000 of these now resident Canada geese making their home in the state. Now, if any of you has ever had an encounter with any kind of goose […]

Homeowners Are Being Warned About An Expected Invasion Of Skin-Eating Insects

This year, silverfish sightings in Irish homes have been higher than normal. These nocturnal insects are thriving within bathrooms, basements and kitchens while people sleep. Silverfish are among the ugliest of insect pests that are commonly found in homes, and once they have accessed a home, they can be hard to get rid of. Once […]

Pests To Pose Household Problems Despite Colder Temperatures

It is a common misconception that when the temperature drops pests will simply disappear until the spring. The reality is that many pests synonymous with warmer weather, like mosquitoes, ticks, ants and termites, can survive well into the winter and some may even look to our homes for a warm place to stay. Town & […]