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07/14/2023

06/16/2023

Pest World is always a great resource for homeowners looking for help on pests. .

This Pest Guide is a helpful tool to aid in identifying bugs, insects, and other pests. Browse a comprehensive list of bugs, insects, rodents and more.

06/14/2023

06/13/2023

There are lots of misconceptions about bed bugs.

Bed bugs are little six-legged vampires that can quick turn your home into a scene from a horror movie. It's no surprise that one-third of Americans are afraid of getting bitten by a bed bug. Check out these bed bug stats from our latest survey!

05/23/2023

We are hearing about many snake sightings this season. Here are some links to help you identify which "nope rope" is friend and which you should stay far away from.
***NEVER APPROACH A SNAKE YOU ARE NOT 100% SURE IS IDENTIFIED CORRECTLY!***

https://www.wildawareutah.org/wildlife/snakes/
https://petkeen.com/snakes-found-in-utah/

(Even though venomous snakes are scary, they play an important role in our ecosystem. If found in the wild , they should be left alone or relocated by trained and state licensed professionals if they pose a potential threat to human occupied areas.)

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There are many species of snakes in Utah. Most of them are harmless. There are a few that produce venom, but not in any large amounts...

04/25/2023

Most people want their homes to be inviting to their guests — not unwanted pests. But, different rooms in your home can be the perfect environment for certain pests to thrive. Use this tool to discover common problem areas in your home and types of pests it might be attracting: https://bit.ly/2EFkGuN

03/28/2023

Vole, Meadow Vole, Meadow Mice

Found frequently in landscapes throughout Utah. Development nearby can push vole populations to neighboring home landscapes.

"Voles are active year-round, and do not hibernate.
Their populations vary from year to year, depending
on environmental factors. In epidemic years, they can
number over 400 per acre. Voles are prolific breeders,
and produce an average of 3 to 5 litters per year in
outdoor locations. If food is plentiful, the number of yearly
litters can soar to 17. There can be multiple voles per
burrow and runway system.
Litter size ranges from 1 to 11 individuals, and can be
affected by the quality and quantity of food and the
environment. Peak breeding occurs in early spring with
another spike in the fall. Voles live from 2 to 18 months,
with predation being the top killer: up to 88% in some
cases. "

Sources:

https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2652&context=extension_curall

https://extension.usu.edu/pests/ipm/ornamental-pest-guide/vertebrates/voles

09/17/2022

Spider Bites: Black Widow vs. Brown Recluse

Brown Recluse are not usually found in most of Utah, but can be "hitchhikers" on occasion. There is one species of brown recluse that can possibly be found in Southwestern Utah, though it is very uncommon.

These spiders may be itsy bitsy, but they can cause some serious damage. Learn all about the bites of the black widow and brown recluse spiders, including sy...

09/17/2022

How do you know if you have a black widow spider bite?

Black widow spider bites are less common and more severe than other spider bites. Dr. Parada explains the symptoms in detail in this Pest Prescriptions video.

09/17/2022

09/12/2022

Almost time to start seeing Boxelder bugs about. Here is some more info from USU.

https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1863&context=extension_curall