Pelican Pest Control

Question & Answer

pelican — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:20:08 +0000

What pest is considered to be a delicious food in Asia?
ANSWER: In Singapore, 2-inch long termite queens are considered a delicacy. They can be served live, dipped in alcohol or in rice wine.

Source: http://www.pestworld.org/

True or False

pelican — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 20:26:59 +0000

True or false: A tick is more like an insect than a spider.
ANSWER: False — ticks are more like spiders than insects. While most insects have three body regions, ticks only have one body region.

Did You Know…..

pelican — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:23:14 +0000

Termites cause as much as $5 billion in damage each year. Formosan termites alone cause over $1 billion in damage every year.

Source: http://www.pestworld.org/

Question & Answer

pelican — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:55:09 +0000

What pest can jump the highest compared to its body size?
ANSWER: Fleas — these tiny insects can jump 150 times as high as their body length. They like to live on cats, dogs, humans and rodents. Jumping from animal to animal, these pests are attracted to their new homes by body heat.

Question & Answer

pelican — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:36:14 +0000

What pest has fossils dating back to the dinosaurs?

ANSWER: Cockroaches have fossils that date back 350 million years. These ancient insects walked on the earth long before humans. Dating back to the dinosaurs, cockroaches have six legs, wings and antennae.

Source: http://www.pestworld.org/

Did You Know……

pelican — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:16:50 +0000

In Mexico you might find “pulgas vestidas”, or “dressed fleas” for sale. Fleas are dressed in tiny costumes and posed holding tiny loaves of bread, tools, or whatever.

Did You Know…..

pelican — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:30:19 +0000

A female house mouse can give birth up to a dozen babies every three weeks. Imagine having as many as 150 babies a year!

Did You Know……

pelican — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:13:49 +0000

The abdominal area for the firefly beetle glow a bright yellow-green color. The firefly can control this glowing effect.

Source: http://www.pestworld.org/

Early Arrival of Winter Weather Drives Rodents Indoors

shanda — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:25:36 +0000

The National Pest Management Association offers tips for keeping rodents outdoors

Across the country, chilly temperatures and early snowstorms are forcing more than just people indoors. Rodents including mice, rats and squirrels are seeking food, water and shelter in homes. Unfortunately, more bad weather could be on the way as the Farmers’ Almanac is forecasting a season of unusually cold and stormy weather. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) encourages homeowners to take the necessary steps to protect themselves and their families from rodent infestations during colder months.

“Rodents invade an estimated 21 million homes in the United States every winter,” said Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for NPMA. “But with many places already experiencing cold weather conditions, it is important to be proactive and vigilant in preventing these pests from becoming unwelcome houseguests.”

The accumulation of feces from mice and rats can spread bacteria and contaminate food sources. These rodent droppings are known to trigger allergies and cause diseases including Hantavirus and Salmonella. In addition to health risks, rodents can chew through wallboards, cardboard, wood and even electrical wiring, increasing the risk of a house fire.

NPMA offers the following tips to avoid a rodent infestation:

Store items in boxes and plastic sealed containers, rather than cardboard boxes.
Keep food in airtight containers and dispose of garbage regularly.
Install screens over chimney vents and openings.
Seal cracks and holes on the outside of the home, including areas where utilities and pipes enter the home.
Replace loose mortar and weather stripping around basement foundation and windows.
Install gutters or diverts to channel water away from your home.
Store firewood at least 20 feet from the home and five feet off the ground.
Inspect wires, insulation and walls for any signs of gnaw marks.
If you find rodent feces, hear sounds of scurrying in the walls or observe other signs of an infestation, contact a licensed pest professional.

House Mice

shanda — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:23:44 +0000

Mus domesticus

Color: Light Brown to Black

Legs: 4

Shape: Round

Size: 2″

Antennae: False

Region: Found thoughout the U.S.

The house mouse is the most common rodent pest in most parts of the world. It can breed rapidly and adapt quickly to changing conditions.

Habits

House mice can breed throughout the year and can share nests.

Habitat

House mice live in structures, but they can live outdoors.

Threats

Micro droplets of mouse urine can cause allergies in children. Mice can also bring fleas, mites, ticks and lice into your home.

Prevention:

To keep mice and other rodents out, make sure all holes of larger diameter than a pencil are sealed. Mice can squeeze through spaces as small as a nickel. Seal any cracks and voids. Don’t overlook proper drainage at the foundation and always install gutters or diverts which will channel water away from the building.