The U.S. Pest News

Most of us in Tennessee prefer warm weather to cold. When the temperature reaches below freezing we huddle inside for warmth. And if there’s snow in the forecast? We’re most likely rushing to the grocery store to stock up on food as though we’re preparing for hibernation. Winter months may seem to drag on, but…

Think spiders are gross? So do we. Here are 10 facts that give definitive proof that they’re extra-creepy:

Most of us have been there before: someone screams and scrambles to a higher surface yelling “it’s a mouse!!!” From there, chaos ensues. But some curious minds may wonder: is it really a mouse? Or could it be a rat? The next logical question is: how can you tell? We’re here to answer that for…

Everybody knows you can’t squish a stink bug. Widely known for the foul odor they produce, these insects earned their title from their unique defense mechanism. But have you ever actually smelled a stink bug before? And do you know why they smell so foul?

Have you ever wondered what goes on in a restaurant’s kitchen? You may have heard stories of people receiving food that contains bugs, so how are you supposed to know whether the food you’re eating was prepared in a sanitary, pest-free environment?

Now you see them … Now you don’t! You may call these long, brown insects “stick bugs,” or walking sticks because they blend in with their habitats remarkably well. But did you ever wonder how they came to be so impressively camouflaged?

Mice usually invade homes in the fall between October and February. They look for shelter from the cold and food – two things your house can provide. But there’s more to these rodents than eating cheese and stealing your crumbs. Mice can be dangerous for your family, and they’re especially difficult to keep out of…

Ever wondered what it would be like to walk on water? We have too. One of the most fascinating bugs (in our opinion) is the water strider. Water striders have the ability to not only walk – but jump on water! The coolest part? Scientists have figured out how to make robots that can do…

Parents’ Day is on Sunday! Since 1994, American families have observed this day (every fourth Sunday of July) to recognize the values and actions of all dedicated parents.