About Dr. Mohammed El Damir, BCE

Effective control of stinging insects requires expertise, caution and detailed knowledge of their nesting behaviors. Aerial Social Wasps For aerial social wasps like yellowjackets and bald-faced hornets, locating the nest......

Social wasps, including paper wasps (Polistes spp.), yellowjackets (Vespidae) and bald-faced hornets (Dolichovespula maculata), play vital ecological roles as pollinators and natural predators of pests such as flies, caterpillars and......

Social Wasps Yellowjackets (Vespula spp. and Dolichovespula spp.) Bald-faced hornets (Dolichovespula maculata) Paper wasps (Polistes spp.) Solitary Wasps Wasps / Thread-waisted wasps (Sphecidae) Cicada killers (Sphecius speciosus) Sand wasps (Bembix......

Dr. Mohammed El Damir, BCE, shares at a few common spring pests, outlining their biology, behavior and key management tactics....

Managing foreign grain beetles requires a multifaceted approach, but by combining the right tactics, you can effectively reduce infestations and safeguard your environment....

Dr. Mohammed El Damir shares three focus areas to manage ticks once you have identified which species you’re dealing with and their biology and behavior....

Museums are tasked with safeguarding our cultural heritage, yet pests pose an ongoing challenge. Take an integrated pest management approach to preserve historic artifacts....

Wood-destroying weevils infest decaying or damp wood, causing significant structural damage if left unchecked. While they do not pose direct health risks, their presence can compromise wooden structures, leading to costly repairs....

Understanding specific types of mites is crucial for pest management professionals, as many individuals often attribute mysterious insect bites to mites and insects, leading to unnecessary treatments....

With rodent control regulations in flux, embrace integrated strategies and a deep understanding of their biology and behavior to achieve sustainable control....