From the Pest Assassin Desk
Seasonal pest guides, identification help, and Indiana-specific advice, written by Mike Dooley and the technicians who do the work. 130 notes and counting.
Origin of the Christmas Wasp
Before there were beautiful stories of Santa and Christmas, there were darker tales told at Christmas time. One tale that originated in the early 1600's in Poland survives even today in rural areas...
Read moreChristmas Folklore and Insects
During the Christmas Season it is always interesting to investigate how insects play a part in Christmas legends and folklore. One interesting story has to do with the legend of the Christmas...
Read moreWhat Happens to Insects in the Winter?
That's a good question. In fact, it's a question that probably is not thought about much, but the answer is quite interesting. Insects are much like humans in some respects. When it gets cold, we...
Read moreSnow fleas - Are you kidding?
One might expect to see fleas outside during the spring, summer or fall, but what about snow fleas outside in the winter time? Believe it or not, there are such insects. The Snow flea is...
Read moreThoughts from a Pest Assassin
This time of the year it is my belief that we should gain the proper perspective of thankfulness. Did you know that the average human heart beats about 100,000 times per day? Can you believe...
Read moreEarwigs - Misunderstood Insects
Earwigs just can't get past their reputation of being evil even though it is unfounded. I am sure you have seen them in the home or outside on occasion in leaf piles or around decaying...
Read moreMoles - Rulers of the Underworld
Did you know that moles have twice as much blood and red hemoglobin as other mammals of the same size? I am sure that this subject is not exactly discussed during conversations with friends around...
Read moreFlesh Eating Beetles
Sounds scary, doesn't it? Did you know that there are flesh eating beetles, or dermestid beetles, are all around us and many are just doing their job of cleaning up dead and decaying animals in...
Read moreFlesh Eating Vultures
There are only two types of vultures in Indiana, and both are protected species. Both varieties of vultures are protected species under the Migratory Bird Act of 1918. These are the Turkey Vulture...
Read moreCreepy Creatures Uncovered
October and Halloween time may bring up fears in some folks of bats and scary flying creatures in the night. The thoughts of Dracula and stories of blood sucking creatures may feed fantasy and fears...
Read moreThe Amazing Deathwatch Beetle
Since October is here and spooky thoughts fill our minds in the Halloween season, I thought it would be interesting to examine spooky pests. This week's article is about the Deathwatch Beetle. A...
Read moreDon't Go Into the Blue Light!
Many insects are attracted to favorite smells such as human perspiration, decaying matter, perfume and the scent of flowers and plants, but did you know that many insects are also attracted by...
Read moreReading About It Is Step One
If the bug in the article is the bug in your house, the next step is a free quote from a technician who has seen it before.