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Does rain kill mosquitoes? It is an interesting question… Mosquitoes are small flies, and for a mosquito, getting hit by a raindrop is the equivalent of a human being hit by a car! But here’s the surprising thing — the rain doesn’t actually kill mosquitoes. Relationship of rain and mosquitoes Mosquitoes don’t die in the … Read more
Head lice are annoying parasites. They can be incredibly itchy. And with the itch comes the risk of wounds, infections, and even sleeplessness. But do you know that there are actually a lot of misconceptions surrounding head lice infestations? Many of these myths are about how you can get these parasites. Let’s debunk these myths … Read more
For many insects, the egg is the first stage of their life cycle. Flies are no exception. They transition through egg, larva, pupa, and finally into an adult. But where do flies lay their eggs in the first place? Where flies lay eggs Flies can lay eggs both inside and outside of your home — … Read more
Fleas are a big problem — not just for your poor dog, but also for you! Fleas bite humans too, resulting in wounds, itching, and even infections. . If that wasn’t bad enough, dog fleas are also very hard to get rid of. But why is that, exactly? 1. Fleas breed quickly Don’t underestimate a … Read more
While you are sleeping, the last things you want are cockroaches crawling all over you! They are dirty and potentially dangerous creatures, and you don’t want to be anywhere near them — especially when you are asleep and at your most vulnerable. So, can you keep cockroaches from crawling on you? Find out here… Why … Read more
Bed bugs are vile and annoying pests. This is why many homeowners act quickly when they have bed bug infestations. Unfortunately, many homeowners still have bed bugs after having the treatment. Why is that, and is there anything they can do about it? Why you still see bed bugs after treatment You don’t necessarily have … Read more
There are thousands of ant species out there, but there are some species that are more likely to invade your home. One such species is called the Monomorium minimum — a species of ant native to North America. These ants are also known as small black ants. So, what does it mean if you … Read more
If you have been stung by yellow jackets, you know how painful and itchy these stings can be. Pain is subjective and people have different levels of tolerance. But many people have some level of tolerance for the yellow jacket stings. But the itching can be an incredibly uncomfortable sensation that many people find hard … Read more
Rats are nocturnal animals — meaning that they are more active at night. But why are rats more active at night and, more importantly, what are they doing at night whilst you slumber? It’s important to answer these questions because you should know what these pests do inside your home when you are sleeping. This … Read more
We all know mosquito bites are potentially dangerous. Not only can the mosquito bites cause itchiness, irritation, and infection; they can lead to deadly mosquito-borne diseases. You can prevent mosquito bites through the use of repellents, but can you prevent mosquito bites without repellents? Yes, you can. But before delving into the subject, it’s important … Read more