The larvae of clothes moths are adapted to feed on keratin, a protein found in natural fibres. They can be a significant pest of home furnishings and stored fabrics. In recent years, clothes moths ...

The brown carpet beetle, also known as the vodka beetle, was introduced to Britain in the 1970s and is becoming more common as a pest of natural history collections and a minor household pest. Adults ...

A clear insect image to InsectID@uwyo.edu can save a lot of time. To submit a plant, plant disease, or insect sample for identification or diagnosis please select the appropriate form below. Send the ...

If you have ever found a creepy-crawly creature in your home and thought to yourself, ‘Ew, it’s a centipede!’ you’re not ...

Lemongrass is a popular large plant that many people like because it has a strong citrus smell. Along with helping fill in ...

University of Wyoming extension entomology can provide identification of insects and related arthropods (spider, mites, ticks… etc.) found in your home, yard, gardens, fields, and on animals. If ...

Studies have found a lack of evidence that ultrasonic pest repellers control household pests. Tried and true pest control methods — applying pesticides, setting traps and sealing entry points ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

To eliminate roaches from your home, you can use the do-it-yourself (DIY) route or bring in professional pest control experts. Before you do anything, you need to identify what kind of roach you ...

If an Aptive customer is experiencing a surge in pests, the company will come out early for an extra treatment free of charge. Aptive does treat most general household pests. However, there are ...