Pests, Weeds & Problems

Nothing is more frustrating than crawling into a nice warm bed after a stressful day and being woken up from a peaceful slumber by the loud meowing of a cat just outside your bedroom window. ...

Moles can turn into quite a big problem for you and your lawn. As it creates its tunnels, grass, soil and other plants are uprooted that are in the path of the mole. Another thing to realize is...

Mice rarely build their nests in places that can be accessed easily; in some cases they build them in areas that can be potentially dangerous to the health of homeowners. Mouse nests in a furnace...

Having moles in your yard and garden can be quite frustrating. They leave unsightly mounds of dirt and surface tunnels in your lawn, and can cause damage to your garden. There are several ways to...

Mice can be cute if you are keeping them as pets. If, however, you discover that mice are entering your home without permission, you will want to get rid of them. Wooden traps are not expensive,...

Edmund Circle, a pecan grower from Kansas, created a cheap, easy-to-manage method of monitoring and trapping pecan weevils. According to the National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service,...

Although a shrew looks like a mouse, it is not a rodent. A shrew is a carnivore, a voracious little eater that consumes seven times its weight in food every day. With that kind of appetite, shrews...

Like moles, voles dig holes in yards, but voles are especially destructive in gardens, where they feed on roots. Voles belong to the mouse family, and mousetraps are what catch them best....

The kangaroo rat is a type of rodent found throughout dry regions in the continental U.S., excluding Alaska. Because the kangaroo rat feeds on grains, plant seeds and the plants themselves, the...

Penny wasps are considered helpful insects because they prey on harmful pests. But these wasps can become a problem when they colonize near a home and begin stinging humans. This is not only...

Paper wasps are predators and help rid a garden and home of pests. When wasps build their nests too close to a home, though, it can lead to stings. These are not only painful but potentially...

Voles, also commonly referred to as field mice, are ground-dwelling rodents that inhabit every continent except for Australia and Antarctica. Voles can create extensive damage in agricultural...

Crickets have many uses, ranging from food for a pet reptile to using them as fishing bait. Some bait shops may even buy crickets, so you could sell them and earn a little extra money. Crickets...

Japanese beetles are about half an inch long and are an attractive iridescent green. They are also pests. The adults, if not controlled, can defoliate a tree. Pesticides are available, but traps...

Weasels are small but determined animals that many homeowners and farmers consider a pest. They are carnivores and slaughter chickens and rabbits with little difficulty. You can contain these...

There are many reasons why you may want to get a mole out of your yard. These pests burrow in the ground, leaving blemishes on your manicured lawn. They eat the roots of your plants and flowers,...

Skunks can be a huge pest when you have a garden. They are attracted to gardens that have tomato plants and other kinds of vegetables that attract bugs; skunks love eating bugs. But having skunks...

Do you see dozens of tiny flying insect on the doors, in the cupboards, and in boxed foods? This probably makes you feel disgusted and you just want them gone. This article will help you get rid...

Skunks require a quiet, protective den. While most skunks prefer natural dens in fallen trees or in underground tunnels, others seek refuge in barns, outbuildings or accessible crawl spaces of...

Japanese beetles are small greenish-brown bugs that are notorious for destroying plants. The are attracted to sweet smells such as herbs and tomatoes. A group of these beetles can easily destroy a...

Control of flying insects can be accomplished without the use of chemicals by utilizing their attraction to light. Most insects are attracted to both black and white light. Commercial black light...

Raccoons can be a bothersome pest to have around your house. Raccoons are notoriously mischievous, and could even be carriers of the rabies virus. If your house is being terrorized by a raccoon it...

Skunks are not the house guest or neighbor that everyone dreams about having. Though they are the size of a house cat, they can get vicious without using their defense technique of a foul spray. ...

There are two different kinds of skunk in the United States. The first is the common skunk with white stripes down its back. Then there is the spotted version. Both kinds use spray as a last...

Trapping and killing a skunk is a necessity, especially if they are living under the house or porch, causing a ruckus, and releasing their foul odor. Trapping and killing a skunk isn't a...

Flies can be a major pest, and some models of fly traps can be expensive. An easy-to-use fly trap can be made at home, however, saving you both time and money. The trap should only take a few...

Members of the weasel family, skunks are small mammals known for the horrible smell they spray. Many people have never seen a skunk in the wild, but they have smelled one. If you have a skunk on...

Trapping animals is considered an effective practice among hunters. Many methods exist in trapping, including the snare pitfall, spring traps and deadfalls. The deadfall trap is one of the most...

Wasps are natural pest killers. They eat other insects around your house, helping you to have less of a problem with other crawlies. The only time they are difficult to manage is if they are...

Bumblebees sometimes get a bad rap because they are confused with their more dangerous cousins, wasps and honeybees. In fact, bumblebees are quite harmless and beneficial to your garden....

Moths can be a detriment to your home if you find yourself with an infestation. Their larvae can destroy your clothes, especially the ones in the dirty laundry. Outside of the house, moths may be...

Opossum are not much of a nuisance unless they get inside your garage, attic, or some other structure. If you see opossum in your yard you should enjoy viewing them. They pose very little threat...

Come spring, many people have problems with hornets making nests around their homes or in trees. Getting rid of these pests is important because they can pose a risk to your family. However, you...

Trapping a snake in your yard or garden may seem like a task that requires a professional. But if the snake is a non-poisonous variety, you can safely trap the snake yourself to move it to a...

There are seven species of North American moles, the great majority of which live east of the Rocky Mountains. The average, total length of an adult mole usually ranges between 6 5/8 and 7 inches....

Although skunks may look cute and cuddly, they can make a nuisance of themselves by getting into garbage or stored dog food, burrowing into lawns and making homes underneath houses. Skunks also...

Foxes are a natural predator that feed on anything they can find. Foxes have a reputation for taking advantage of poultry and livestock farmers as well as capturing small pets. Since they are a...

Voles are destructive animals that burrow under the ground and create extensive tunnel systems underneath lawns. The small rodents feed not only on grubs in the soil but also consume many of the...

Snakes, like other forms of vermin, carry diseases and pests and can transfer them to humans and other animals. While it is typically recommended to leave the removal of snakes to animal control...

Moles are harmless mammals that live in underground burrows. Their large front feet and toenails allow moles to glide through the soil of pastures and gardens. Moles do not actually damage your...

Groundhogs, or woodchucks, can be pests to your garden. There are many ways to deter them from your yard, but if you want to live-trap them, make sure it's legal in your state. By live-trapping...

Shrews are small mammals that live underground and mainly eat insects and worms. Trapping them is not expensive and only requires that you know something about their habits. You can capture them...

Adult moles are small creatures, about 6 inches (15 cm) long. Females give birth to two to six pups once every year. Moles live in networks of tunnels underground and leave the excavated soil in...

Asian beetles are a common nuisance in gardens and lawns, especially during the spring and summer months. Beetle traps can be found in hardware and garden stores, but there is a simple, free way...

Fruit flies are one of the worst pests. Only one has to fly into your house to spawn a swarm over night. Getting rid of them is usually a pain, but by using this quick and easy technique, you can...

Moles are small mammals that are found throughout North America. They are commonly regarded as pests because they dig through yards, gardens and farmland. This may kill plants, disturb landscape...

In general, few people like wasps. Most people's instincts when they come into contact with a wasp is to either run far away (and fast) or to stand perfectly still and hope to avoid a painful...

The nine-banded armadillo, common to North America, is a part of the family including mammals such as the anteater and sloth. These leathery skinned mammals enjoy nesting among rocky pilings near...

Birds are one of the most common types of pesky neighbor. They fly down into yards and gardens and eat fruits and flowers, and get into all sorts of things they aren't supposed to be into. Birds...

Voles are a common rodent that feeds on vegetables, fruits and tree roots. They differ from mice and shrews because they have small eyes, tiny feet and stubby, short tails. (Shrews are denoted by...