Are Opossums Pests?
Are opossums pests? Well, it depends on how you define “pest.” Any creature that causes safety, comfort, or cleanliness problems on your property is considered a pest. This may surprise you, but opossums rarely fit that description! There are many slandering myths out there about opossums, but the real truth is it is extremely rare…
Read MoreYour Checklist for Winter Pest Control Around the Home
We’ve been answering many questions about winter pest control this year to give our professional advice on the solutions you can try at home. Here and now, we’re compiling them into a master list of our best ones with a few new recommendations, too. At the end, you’ll find a checklist to keep track…
Read MoreWhy Do Some Animals Hibernate in the Winter?
At this point in winter, Alabama’s forests, woodlands, and wetlands are much quieter than usual. Many creatures that commonly roam these habitats in the spring, summer, and late fall have migrated to warmer climates. However, there is still plenty of winter wildlife nearby. During the day, herds of white-tail deer and a few other species…
Read MoreThe Life Cycle of a Butterfly: Their Amazing Metamorphosis
Butterflies are captivating, peaceful creatures that are the most prevalent example for demonstrating metamorphosis: a fascinating series of growth and development with distinct stages; there is a complete and incomplete variety. Both types of metamorphosis have a series of stages in which insects repeatedly outgrow and have to shed a hardened outer layer of their…
Read MoreHow Intelligent Are Insects, Actually?
You may be under the impression that insects are pea-brained creatures without conscious or emotional capability. For most of history, entomologists would have agreed with you on that. However, more recent research in entomology (the study of insects) reveals that there may be more to the creatures than meets the eye. Read on to learn…
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference Between a Moth and a Butterfly?
Moths and butterflies have very different reputations. When a butterfly floats past, onlookers are in awe of its whimsical, delicate beauty. Some even believe there is spiritual significance if a butterfly lands on them. Moths, on the other hand, are more often perceived as pests or nuisances that hover near porch lights and chew through…
Read MoreWhy Is It So Hard to Swat a Fly?
Ever wonder: why is it so hard to swat a fly? It is already annoying to have your day disrupted by a pesky house fly suddenly whizzing by, hovering around your space, and often trying to fly right into your face! Even worse, when you try to smack the little nuisance with a fly swatter,…
Read MoreDo Mice Hibernate in Winter?
Alabama winters are unpredictable. Some years, our “winters” are warm enough to wear shorts outside on Christmas Day. Others are so cold that many resort to their own version of “hibernating” on the weekends. In today’s blog, our pest control experts provide valuable advice and solutions for mice, one of the most common pests found…
Read MoreWhat Makes Us So Naturally Afraid of Bugs?
Whether you’re extremely afraid of bugs or only slightly, you might wonder if it’s normal (or even natural) to feel the way you do. The short answer is yes, to some extent, it’s natural to be afraid of bugs. But why do we have a fear of bugs and why does it feel so…
Read MoreThe Truth About Winter Pests: Common Myths Debunked
Many myths about winter pests persist—often online. At Vulcan Termite & Pest Control, we’d like to debunk some common myths and provide our expert advice for a winter free from pests. Myth #1: Winter Pests “Die Off” in the Winter The pests that plague your summer activities do not all die off due to…
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