The Weird Mating Habits of Insects
The mating habits of some insects are so bizarre they sound like they come straight out of a horror movie! When it is time for insect species to attract a mate, they have their own ways of winning over the opposite sex that would sound…
The lowdown on German Cockroaches
Cockroaches have been around for over 300 million years; they are one of the most robust insects having survived several extinctions on earth. One of the most common cockroach species found worldwide is the German cockroach (Blattella germanica). Identification: Adults: Light brown with…
THE BUG LIFE
THE BUG LIFE WHY DO BUGS LOVE YOUR HOME? HOME SWEET HOME Much like people, insects’ primary needs are food, shelter, and sleep. Unwittingly you could be fulfilling all their needs and inviting them into your home. Find out the reasons why bugs are attracted…
Squatters – The pest kind
We are all drawn to the warmth and shelter of a cosy house, so it is not surprising that critters like mice & rats are drawn to your home, especially during the cooler months! Sydneys Best Pest Control has put together some tips that you…
Spiders in Sydney and how to treat them
Humans are not the intended victims of spider venom, we just tend to get in the way. The venom is essentially created for small prey. It can be fatal to the small creatures but handled by larger organisms. Some of the venom produced by spiders…
Rodents in the hood
Imagine this scenario: It is a cold winter morning and you are running late for an important meeting. You jump in your car that has been parked outside for the weekend and turn the key. The car won’t start. You open up the hood of…
Protect Yourself Against Tick Bites This Summer
Enjoying nature in summer can come with some dangers such as tiny blood-sucking ticks. There is usually a surge in tick-borne diseases in the summer. They are known to carry various diseases, including Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and tularemia. Find out in…
Professional ant treatments are the way to go
More often than not ants will enter your home looking for food and water as well as protection from predators and the elements. There are several different types of ants that can cause a variety of problems for you once they are in your…
Post-Quarantine Vacation
With states starting to reopen their borders this month, families are starting to plan their homeland vacations (especially since overseas travel is out of the equation for now) As excitement around the prospect of traveling again grows, it is easy to forget one tiny, but…
How to Take the Perfect Pest Selfie!
Did you know that sending us a photo is a great way to help us identify the pest you have found? We often get questions about pests that the home or business owner is not sure of what it is, so we may ask for…