Where Are Kissing Bugs Found? What Michigan Residents Should Know
Kissing bugs get attention because of their connection to Chagas disease, but where you live changes how likely you’re to encounter one. If …
House Bugs in Michigan: ID and Seasonal Habits
House bugs in Michigan generally fall into two groups: pests active indoors all year, such as cockroaches, spiders, and ants, and seasonal invaders …
Common Pest Problems in Kalamazoo Homes
Ants, mice, spiders, stink bugs, cockroaches, and termites make up most of the pest activity Kalamazoo homeowners deal with each year, and the mix …
Kissing Bugs in Michigan: Are They Really Here?
Kissing bugs have not been confirmed in Michigan. MSU entomologist Howard Russell stated in 2019 that no specimen has ever been found in the state and …
What Purpose Do Mosquitoes Serve? A Kalamazoo Homeowner’s Guide
Mosquitoes do have a role outdoors. Some feed on nectar, some help pollinate plants, and many become food for birds, bats, fish, dragonflies, and …
What Plainwell Homeowners Should Know About Mosquito Bites on Dogs
Mosquitoes can bother dogs the same way they bother people. A dog may scratch, lick, chew, or seem irritated after being bitten, especially around …
How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes Inside the House Naturally in Southwest Michigan Homes
Mosquitoes inside the house usually mean one of two things: they are getting in through gaps, screens, doors, or vents, or they are developing in …
Dealing With 4 Types of Mosquitoes in Southwest Michigan Homes
Mosquitoes around Southwest Michigan homes usually come from standing water, shaded resting areas, dense vegetation, clogged gutters, containers, low …