PMP interviews a fruit fly
No more Mr. Nice Fly: Pest Management Professional magazine interviews a fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster). Read more»
Flying insect infesting Florida’s Marco Island identified
Scientists have identified the shore fly (Scatella tenuicosta) as the flying insect that has been infesting Marco Island, Florida, beaches over the last few weeks. The flies were originally suspected to be black flies (Simulium spp.), but Chadd Chustz, Marco Island’s environmental... Read more»
‘Zombie’ ants video: Phorid flies used to combat fire ants
The University of Texas at Austin invasive species research program is attempting to control invasive fire ant populations in Texas with South American phorid flies. PBS showcased this process in its “SuperNature – Wild Flyers” documentary this summer, made with... Read more»
Quick updates on fireflies, mice and mosquitoes
Did you know? Fireflies (lampyridae) are on the decline, magnets make mice happy and a new lotion that smells good to humans repels Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. Read more»
How to identify flying insects
To successfully identify flying insects, try a little detective work. Some flying insects come from 10 miles away or more, depending upon how the wind is blowing. Others breed on the exterior of a property, and still others breed indoors... Read more»
Treatment Countdown: Practical Tips for Small Flies
By: Austin Frishman Occasionally, pipes break in walls, or ceilings leak. When flies infest such areas, major construction is required. The construction alteration costs are much more than the actual pest management service costs. With that in mind, try using this... Read more»