Gnats and fruit flies are insects that can lead to severe infestation if ignored. Aside from being inexpensive, essential oils are generally effective in treating these infestations and safe for … Read more
Whether they are indoors or outdoors, flies that are buzzing around and landing on our foods are scenes we hate to see. To add to the problem, these disgusting pests … Read more
Dark winged fungus gnats are from the Sciaridae flies family. They’re typically found in moist environments and transmit plant fungal diseases, such as Furasium wilt and black root rot. So, … Read more
The saying “small but terrible” seems to be a fitting description for no-see-ums. They are so small in size that they can pass through a screen door without you noticing … Read more
Horse flies are stout, blood-sucking flies from the Tabanidae family and in the insect order, Diptera. These flies carry swamp fever, which is fatal to horses and causes painful bites … Read more
When you see insects swarming on the fermenting fruits and decaying organic materials found in your trash, you may easily conclude that those are fruit flies. But there are other … Read more
Blow flies are usually mentioned in tandem with flesh flies. This is probably because they have lots of similarities when it comes to feeding and behavior. And although blow flies … Read more
Flesh flies are sometimes mistaken for house flies because they have similar colors and markings. As expected, they are also pesky pests and can transmit some diseases. Needless to say, … Read more
House flies and fruit flies are the two common species of flies that you may see in your house or backyard. But regardless of the difference in their sizes, you … Read more
Aside from the fact that they are palatable and appetizing, fruits are a rich source of vitamins and minerals. This is the reason why the majority of households have fruits … Read more