What the Flock… Pigeons!
Growing up in the Philippines, pigeons were considered pets, living their life with their owners in cages within the yard, on balconies or even in the rooves of houses. Coming to Australia I was soon to learn that whilst some people keep homing pigeons as…
How to – Bedbug inspections
With the holiday season approaching fast families begin planning and preparing themselves to pack their bags and leave on their annual vacation. Many Australians tempted by overseas destinations hop on a plane and take a long flight to their desired destination As the weeks of…
101 Files – Slaters
Have you ever lifted a pot plant or scraped back some mulch and found some curious little roley poley looking bugs underneath? These are slaters, also known as Pill Bugs, or Wood Lice. Just like worms, slaters are great for your garden as they eat…
Fleas
I am a dog lover, I guess most of us and others would be cat lovers. We hug our dogs or cats and let them sleep with us on our beds and live with us on our homes. So when they get itchy we most…
Australia’s most unwanted home pests
Australia’s most unwanted home pests If you love your home, chances are that other creatures like living in it too. Our homes offer warmth, food scraps, wood to munch on, and hosts to suck their blood. Pests such as fleas, spiders, ticks, bird mites…
Food services pest control solutions – How to Manage & Control Cockroach Infestation
Food services pest control solutions – How to Manage & Control Cockroach Infestation Customer service is not just in the way you greet your customers or how you serve your food, it can go as far as providing a clean, safe and healthy establishment for…
How to Differentiate Between Fleas and Bed Bugs?
How to Differentiate Between Fleas and Bed Bugs? Fleas and Bed Bugs are both insects that feed on human blood, but they are yet very different! Characteristics Fleas Adult fleas are brown in colour They can reach the size of 3mm in length. They have…
Food services pest control solutions – Steps to Control Rodent Infestations
Food services pest control solutions – Steps to Control Rodent Infestations A clean and sanitary restaurant provides a safe, healthy and pleasing atmosphere where your customers can dine and unwind. The presence of rats and other pests can easily ruin the fine reputation of your…
Spring Allergies & Pests
Spring has finally made its way to Sydney which means both temperatures and allergies are on the rise. We are all aware of typical allergies that come from grass, pollen, mildew or weeds but did you know that pests living right under your nose may…
Crickets 101
What are crickets? Belonging to the grasshopper family, this small insect can be recognised by their distinctive antennae (which in length are equal or sometimes longer than its body) large, hind legs that allow the cricket to jump. Why do crickets chirp? The sounds…