“June bug” refers to any of the 100 species of beetles that are related to the scarabs familiar from ancient Egyptian iconography. There are many common names for the June bug such as: “June beetle” and “May beetle.” The most common June bug is reddish-brown in color and one-half to five-eighths inches long. Because they […]
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How to Get Rid of Cigarette Beetles
Cigarette beetles are a brown hump-backed beetle whose favorite foods include tobacco, grains, flour, spices, raisins, pasta, and other foods. The fact that cigarette beetles eat chili powder goes to show that they are a voracious pest that can live and thrive on almost any food item. They are some of the worst pantry pests! […]
How to Get Rid of Flour Beetles In Your Home and Pantry
There are several different types of flour beetles with odd names, like the confused flour beetle, false black flour beetle and red flour beetles. -Flour beetles are a type of insect that can be found in flour. The two main types are confused flour beetles and Red Flour Beetle, but the most […]
How to Get Rid of Japanese Beetles Effectively
If there’s one thing every gardener loathes, it’s a pest. Especially the kind that is both destructive and difficult to control. The Japanese beetle is a perfect example. Don’t be fooled by its attractive colors, this bug is so destructive it can ruin your entire garden. And that is why it is important that you […]
Need to Know: How to Get Rid of Powder Post Beetles
From the scrap lumber in your backyard to the antique furniture in your basement, any older wood can fall prey to powderpost beetles. If you want to know how to get rid of powderpost beetles, you have come to the right place. The following tutorial will offer all the information you need. Why Should You […]