With just one month to go until December, we’re already planning our party menus, packing the sunscreen and making our reading lists for our summer holidays. But with the warmer weather also comes a rise in mosquito activity (and...
There are hundreds of species of wasps, hornets and bees found around the world. Only a few of these are seen as real pests here in South Africa and not all of them sting. Some species, like the Honey...
We thought we’d take a look at one of the hardest working (and most destructive) of pests; the mighty termite. Firstly, what are termites? Termites are a species of wood-boring insect. They have symbiotic bacteria in their hindguts that...
Have you ever noticed pin sized holes in the wooden areas of your home? This could be the early signs of woodworm infestation. Wood Borer is a broad term that is used to describe many different types of wood...
When someone mentions the word mouse,you might automatically think of those cute cartoon adaptations that filled your childhood with fun and laughter. However, having rats and mice as guests this festive season is definitely NOT going to be fun...
Valentine’s day is fast approaching and some of us are making plans to celebrate love with our significant other. But remember, it’s the summer season and as much as we love being outdoors and preparing delicious treats, the pesky...