July 01, 2003
By: Dr. Kyle Jordan Species: Fannia canicularis Order: Diptera Family: Muscidae The lesser housefly (LHF) is a nonbiting fly found throughout the United Sates. It is in the same family as......
May 01, 2003
Stored food insects communicate with each other using different types of pheromones. It is common practice to monitor food storage areas and food manufacturing facilities with traps using lures containing......
April 03, 2003
By: Austin Frishman The Argentine ant (Linepithema humile) has been in the United States for more than 100 years. For the last 15 years or so, though, this Brazilian import is......
March 01, 2003
By: Dr. Kyle Jordan Because it often nests in or under cracks in pavement, Tetramorium caespitum is commonly referred to as the pavement ant. In nature, this ant generally nests under......
October 01, 2002
By: Dr. William H. Robinson As an online “Dear Abby” for homeowners and their pest problems, I have come across a couple letters that go like this: Dear Dr. Robinson, This......
August 29, 2002
Researchers have discovered what many pest management professionals already knew: Some birds are really smart. In a recent issue of “Science,” experts share the results of their research, which shows......
July 01, 2002
By: Dr. Jody Gangloff-Kaufmann A solid IPM program offers good control in recreational areas Understanding and managing stinging insects is an essential component of recreational safety that is often overlooked until......
By: Dr. Susan Jones Subtle identification differences can help you predict behavior If you have been stung by a bee, hornet or wasp, you can be certain that it was a......
May 11, 2002
MONTVALE, NJ — After three years of research and testing, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Aventis Environmental Science announce the launch of the Maxforce Tick Management......
