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Termite Queen

Termite Queens

Termite queens have the longest lifespan of any insect in the world. Some termite queens may live between 30 and 50 years, reproducing annually and founding numerous colonies. The queen termite’s abdomen enlarges as it begins laying eggs. The abdomen eventually expands many times beyond its prenuptial size to the point that it becomes much […]
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Drywood Termites

Characteristics of Drywood Termites

Drywood Termites only need the moisture present in the timber in which they feed, which do not need contact with soil. They measure about ¼ inch with pale brown colour body, Heads are large compared to their body, they often nests in woods. Drywood termites spread through Importation of infested timber such as furniture, picture […]
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Centipedes

Scutigera coleoptrata (House Centipede)

House Centipedes are carnivores and mostly hunt other invertebrates, although some large Scolopendromorphs prey on vertebrates. Centipedes are venomous, and produce and inject their venom with a pair of modified front legs called forcipules. They are the only class of animals that have evolved forcipules.
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Human fleas

Warning signs of Human Fleas

Human fleas aren’t as common as other flea species. It will feed on humans and can be found in homes and the nest of the animal host. •Fleas hopping around the drapes, carpet, furniture, pets, and in pet’s bedding. Fleas will appear and vanish quickly. •Pet will likely be scratching or licking excessively. This is […]
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Ticks

Ticks

Ticks go through four life stages, to complete this complex life cycle, ticks must take a blood meal at every stage, the immature ticks take a blood meal on small animals/ birds, But adult ticks prefer larger hosts, like dogs, deer and in some cases humans, Ticks are most common in humid climates, and are […]
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cluster fly

Cluster Fly

Cluster flies appear black and have golden hairs growing on their body, The presence of cluster flies implies chances are there’s decaying matter somewhere near. In autumn they congregate in large numbers in upper rooms or roof spaces of houses to hibernate. Then reemerge in Spring to seek out egg laying sites outside. A mass […]
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Termites

Conducive conditions for Termites

Moist wood is a major conducive condition for termite infestations Exterior condition include, Wood to soil contact, excessive moisture, debris around structures cracks in slabs and foundations, firewood by foundation Interior condition include, Bath traps, shower drains, plumbing penetrations, moisture issues and interior joints.
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Oriental Cockroach

Filthy Pest

Oriental cockroaches, often called water bugs, prefer dark, damp, and cool areas, The male has short fully developed wings, and the female has vestigial wings. Oriental cockroaches are more drawn to water, Oriental cockroaches can spread very harmful diseases, their exoskeleton being unusually strong and their insides are just as strong. They evolved to be […]
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Jumping spiders

The keen-sighted Pests “Jumping Spiders”

Generally spiders have 6-8 eyes, whereas jumping spiders have 4 sets of eyes, as they are daylight hunters, excellent vision is essential for them to recognise prey and enemies. These eyes form depth perception, which is the essence of making the spiders a never-miss-out-jumper. The silk produce act as a dragline to secure their long […]
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SILVERFISH

Silverfish are a warning sign that our home has developed entry points, more specifically which may have been caused by water damage. These pests are most active at night. Being nocturnal, they can easily go unnoticed and populations can multiply fast. During the day they hide in nooks and crannies in dark areas. Silverfish cannot […]
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