Have you ever wondered why moths seem irresistibly drawn to porch lights at night? The answer isn’t just a simple attraction to light—it’s a fascinating mystery that’s puzzled researchers for years. The question of what draws insects to lightbulbs has fascinated scientists for decades.There have been several competing theories over the years. Some, such as… Read more »
If you’ve ever been stung by a wasp, you might have wondered how such tiny creatures can pack such a nasty punch. The secret is in the chemical composition of their venom. A wasp sting is more than just a simple puncture. When a wasp stinger pierces your skin, the wasp’s muscles contract and release… Read more »
Cicada Killer Wasp on a Blade Of Grass Are Cicada Killers Harmless? Meet the Cicada Killer! These wasps may look intimidating but looks can be deceiving. Cicada Killer wasps pose little to no risk to humans and pets. They’re non-aggressive and do not share the same strong nest-protecting insects as other wasps. Females are only… Read more »
Chances are you’ve seen a larder beetle before. If someone described a small, oval bug with a dark-colored body and a light stripe around, it would probably sound familiar. Larder beetles are a common and frequent guest in both residential and commercial settings. The name comes from their presence in dried, cured meats stored at… Read more »
Everyone seems to know someone who has encountered the feared brown recluse spider, but if they live in New England, it’s much more likely that they’ve seen a lookalike rather than the real deal. So, which states actually have brown recluse spiders? Where Brown Recluse Spiders Live Brown recluse spiders inhabit a range from Southeastern… Read more »
It’s European Hornet season again! European Hornet activity begins in Spring, when the fertilized queen seeks a new nest site for her colony. As more workers hatch throughout the summer, the colonies grow. They become a significant problem by mid- to late-summer when the colonies reach their peak numbers. Hornets are social insects and will… Read more »
The changing weather patterns are beginning to harm food resources and are leading to more insect invasions throughout the globe. At first, the insect invasions could be predicted easily, but climate change makes it even more challenging to keep track of these annoying creatures. Are you wondering how the weather affects insect problems? The University… Read more »
Modern Pest is excited to announce our Pest Calendar. This handy and informative guide will help you predict and identify what’s bugging you year-round in New England. Fill out the form to download the calendar and stay a step ahead of pests. And with preventative pest control from Modern Pest throughout the year, you’ll be… Read more »
The changing weather patterns are beginning to harm food resources and are leading to more insect invasions throughout the world. At first, pest pressures could be predicted more easily, but climate change makes it even more challenging to keep track of these damaging creatures. Are you wondering how the weather affects insect problems? Changing weather… Read more »
Pests can be very damaging to your home. They can chew through wires, gnaw on furniture, infest wood, and generally be unsettling to live amongst. But did you know they can also pose a serious threat to your health? Understanding the health threats that pest infestations can cause is very important. Cockroaches, rodents, fleas,… Read more »