http://www.pestweb.com/ Receive information on new articles posted on BugInfo.com en-us Copyright 2007 Univar USA http://www.pestweb.com/rss/ Mon, 06 Oct 2008 06:04:57 PST 1440 http://www.pestweb.com/images/pwlogo.jpg http://www.pestweb.com/ http://www.buginfo.com/article.cfm?id=106 The impact that a new species can have when brought into the United States is potentially huge. Every year new insects, snails, crabs, reptiles, plant diseases, and other organisms enter the U.S., often brought in by produce smuggled in by tourists. This brief article summarizes the terrible impact these pests can have. Fri, 19 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.buginfo.com/article.cfm?id=105 You can love them or you can hate them. Earthworms are highly beneficial for the health of our soil, but they also can create annoying problems, with their piles of dirt and their bodies all over the patio. Learn why they do what they do, and explore solutions here. Thu, 6 Sep 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.buginfo.com/article.cfm?id=104 They are big, they are busy, and they work at night, roaming through your home and chewing into the wood in the walls. Carpenter ants are some of the largest ants you may see in your home and yard, with the potential to cause damage you want to avoid. Learn about them in this article. Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.buginfo.com/article.cfm?id=103 You look at your garden plants and find large sections of leaves mysteriously disappearing. Big, circular pieces have been removed for unknown reasons by unknown things. Could this be the work of the ambitious little leaf-cutting bees? Read more to find out. Thu, 16 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.buginfo.com/article.cfm?id=102 Snakes are one of the most hated groups of animals we encounter, and yet only a few kinds truly are of concern. This article discusses some of the benefits of having snakes in our landscapes, and offers a look at a few of the non-venomous varieties. Fri, 20 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.buginfo.com/article.cfm?id=101 Do spiders give you the creeps? If so, then this spider likely is one that can send the biggest shiver up your spine, with it's long legs, shiny appearance, and terrible reputation. Learn about the habits and hazards of black widow spiders. Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PST