by The Bug Exterminator | May 24, 2012 | Q & A
What pest has a boiling-hot response when attacked? ANSWER: The bombardier beetle can shoot boiling chemicals at its attacker if it feels like it is in danger. The spray is extremely smelly and can reach temperatures of 100 degrees Celsius. Source:...
by The Bug Exterminator | Apr 6, 2012 | Q & A
Which disease creates a bull’s eye around the original bite? ANSWER: Ticks spread Lyme Disease and often the first sign is a bull’s eye rash around the bite. Other clues include fever, chills, headache and extreme tiredness. Source:...
by The Bug Exterminator | Mar 28, 2012 | Q & A
Do ants damage property? ANSWER: Yes, besides ruining human food, some species of ants can damage wood in and around homes. These carpenter ants like to make their nests in porches, roofs, windowsills and telephone poles. Source:...
by The Bug Exterminator | Mar 20, 2012 | Q & A
Can bees eat wood? ANSWER: A special type of bee can dig tunnels in wood to make its home. The carpenter bee prefers wood that is at least two inches thick and relatively soft. Carpenter bee tunnels are perfectly round and usually have piles of wood dust underneath...
by The Bug Exterminator | Mar 13, 2012 | Q & A
What type of pest can lay one egg every fifteen seconds for the majority of their life? ANSWER: A queen underground termite lives to produce eggs. Worker termites build nests, gather food and protect the colony while the queen has babies. Source:...
by The Bug Exterminator | Feb 21, 2012 | Q & A
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: https://www.pestworld.org/
