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Summary: Woolly bear caterpillars, also called Isabella tiger moth caterpillars, are some of the fuzziest pests ever - but are they secretly dangerous? This blog details the simple lives of these soft creatures, including their appearance, transformation, habitats, and food sources. Pointe Pest Control provides reliable pest control services for Missouri and Illinois homeowners. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________…

Summary: Roaches are disgusting pests, but how do they have such large families? This blog explores the life cycles of the 4 most common cockroach species to learn more about their reproductive rates. The species are: American roaches, German roaches, Oriental roaches, and brown-banded roaches. Pointe Pest Control provides efficient roach control for every season.…

Summary: Most spiders look alike, so it's important to know how to tell the difference between a pest and a dangerous species. This blog details the differences between grass spiders and brown recluses, two similar-looking spiders with very different lifestyles. Pointe Pest Control provides reliable spider control for every season. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ There’s nothing worse…

Summary: Puzzles are a great way to stretch the brain, and one of the most popular puzzles is a word search. This blog features a unique word search that's all about pests. The words are common types of pests. Pointe Pest Control provides customized pest solutions for Missouri and Illinois homeowners. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ One of…

Summary: The end of the holiday season means it's time to pack up all of the seasonal decor. This blog discusses the 5 most common invaders of packed holiday decor, then gives effective tips on preventing the pests. The featured pests are: earwigs, moths, rodents, silverfish, and spiders. Pointe Pest Control provides year-round protection from…

Summary: It's the middle of the most festive season, so everyone is busy doing their favorite holiday activities. This blog explores a fictional world where pests can enjoy the same holiday activities as humans. The featured pests are: ants, crickets, fireflies, hornets, praying mantises, mice, moths, and termites. One of the best holiday activities is…

Summary: Certain magical creatures from fantasy stories are based on real animals, like Aragog the spider from Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. This blog explores the accuracies and differences between Aragog and our real spiders, and starts with a brief summary. Each section details a different aspect of the spiders' lives, including their…

Summary: Boxelder bugs are named for the trees that they love, but they don't want to stay there forever. This blog dives into the lives of boxelder bugs to understand their habits and the reasons why they invade houses in the fall. Each section focuses on a different aspect of their lives, including their physical…

Summary: Coat closets are for storing jackets and random supplies, not pests! This blog explores the habits of 6 common coat closet pests and the best ways to prevent them from invading your closet. The pests mentioned are: silverfish, roaches, crickets, spiders, carpet beetles, and moths. Pointe Pest Control protects homes and businesses from invasive…

Summary: Nocturnal pests are a common concern for homeowners since these critters are well-hidden. This blog describes the habits, diets, and risks of 5 less popular nocturnal pests. The featured pests are: slugs, kissing bugs, black widows, crickets, and katydids. Pointe Pest Control provides year-round pest solutions, even for nocturnal pests, for homes and businesses.…