Due to the locally contracted cases of the Zika Virus reported in Florida, mosquitoes continue to make headlines. According to the CDC, “Anyone living in or traveling to an area where the Zika virus is found, who had not already been infected, is at risk for infection". The CDC includes supporting mosquito control programs in […]
One of the following statements is fact and the other is fiction, can you tell which is which? Earwig “moms” pick up and lick each of their eggs every day until they hatch. Earwigs purposely crawl into the ears of sleeping people and bore into the brain. Although at least one movie would have us […]
Ants and icebergs are similar in one regard, it's the whole "tip of the iceberg" saying. Just as what you see above the water is only a very small portion of the iceberg, the ants you see trailing in search of food are only a very small portion of the colony. Typically only 10% of […]
This big hairy spider is often confused with a tarantula, but unless you're at a pet store, chances are it is actually a Wolf Spider. As a result of a leg span of up to four inches, when we encounter a Wolf Spider during it's nightly hunt for prey, the mistaken identity is very understandable. […]
Some homeowners may be trying to solve the mystery of the insect that resembles a flea and hops like a flea but doesn't bite like a flea. Well riddle no more dear homeowners, you are probably experiencing Springtails. Springtails are very small, 1/10 of an inch, and range in color from whitish to dark grey. […]
Millipedes frequently invade homes due to the presence of standing water or drought conditions in their environment. Since we seem to have had a vast supply of both conditions recently, standing water and drought, it's no wonder many homeowners are finding these "Thousand Legger" pests inside. Being nocturnal, millipedes may be found crawling along the […]
Many home owners are seeing a VERY hairy fly, who's a poor flier by the way, hanging around in the kitchen and bathroom lately. Called Drain Flies or Moth Flies (or other names not publishable) they are 1/16 to 1/4 inch long, dark brown to black and very hairy. Even their long antennae are hairy […]
Many pet owning vacationers may return home to discover an unexpected flea infestation awaiting them. Although it seems the fleas came from nowhere, the truth is .... they were always there. The adult flea is the most visible stage but there are also eggs, larva and pupa aspects to consider. The "sudden appearance" of fleas […]
We are very proud to announce that, for the second consecutive year, Mr. Bugg’s Pest Patrol, Inc. was nominated for the Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award. This nomination was received in recognition of various aspects of our business model including longevity, growth, overcoming obstacles and contributions to our community. […]
Picture this .... after a long day of work, either at the office or at home, you are finally ready to treat yourself to a well deserved break. You grab a refreshing beverage, some reading material or music and head for your perfect "getaway spot" in the yard. Just as you get comfortable and begin […]
