Photuris: A Lesson on Imposter Insects
Fireflies are hands down one of the most popular bugs on the planet. Rather than inducing fear or squeamishness they incite wonder as they light up the sky. But lurking among them is a devious imposter. While most fireflies light up to attract a mate, Photuris does so to attract their dinner. Insect Imitation as…
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Dog from Bringing Insects Indoors
Bugs will use any means possible to get inside your home, even hitching a ride on Fido. Not only can this cause an infestation inside, but some insects like mosquitoes can pose serious health risks to pooches. As dog lovers and pest control experts we’d like to share a few of our best tips for…
Read MoreHow to Keep Flies Away From Your Fruit Bushes
Fruit trees and bushes are an eye-catching and delicious addition to any garden. The flies that they sometimes attract are a whole other story. They are the bane of gardeners all across the south, including Alabama. If you want to enjoy your produce without the fruit flies joining in, keep reading for tips on maintaining…
Read MoreSafely Remove Bees Without Swatting
Bees play an important part in the pollination process, which is why they are out in full force buzzing around the flowers that are everywhere in Alabama. Because of the important role they play it’s best to remove them rather than kill them if they have decided to swarm around your garden. But how do…
Read MoreBuilding Materials that are Bug Resistant
When you’ve got a new home project in the works the materials that will be used are one of the first big decisions that have to be made. Here at Vulcan Termite and Pest Control, Inc. our minds always go first to pest management. There’s a lot that a homeowner or business owner can do…
Read MoreWhat Ants Live in Alabama?
Ants are an unwelcome, yet familiar, sight in Alabama. Mounds and marching lines signal that cooler weather is settling in for the fall or it’s warming up for the spring, making the ants more active. Currently, there are approximately 136 ant species in the state, and not an inch of it is free of the…
Read MoreManaging Mosquitoes Around Your Pond
A pond can be a great feature that adds value to your yard, but it can also add mosquitoes. In this post we’re discussing why ponds attract mosquitoes and how to keep them from ruining a relaxing water feature. Why Mosquitoes Like Your Pond as Much as You Without water mosquitoes can’t exist. Their lives…
Read MoreHow Birds Affect Bug Populations
During the summer months Alabama homeowners are likely to see an influx of birds nesting on and around their homes. Before shooing them off you may want to consider how birds affect bug populations and whether they are a blessing or burden to have around the house. Do Birds Really Help Control Bug Populations? Birds…
Read MoreDoes Home Insurance Cover Termite Damage?
Termites alone cause an estimated $5 million in property damage in the U.S. each year. A recent study found that non-native forest insects cost taxpayers another $1.7 billion and cause $830 million in lost property value for homeowners every year. Many homeowners may not be aware that insect damage isn’t usually covered by home insurance.…
Read MoreWhat Diseases Do Mosquitoes Carry?
AL.com recently reported that two Alabama cities made the list of the top 20 mosquito infested places in the country. Huntsville and Decatur took the 17th spot on the list, but there are many other areas of the state that see their fair share of mosquitoes. These bugs aren’t just annoying and painful, they can…
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