

The mere mention of the word scale conjures up images of layers of crust, disfiguring a tree with a thick blanket of life-sapping insects. Tree scale not only robs a tree of its beauty, it also destroys its health due


Not only do trees add beauty to a yard, they also provide shade and protection to grass and other shrubs and promote healthy bug activity, just so long as the tree itself is in good shape. So what does it


It’s often been thought that Cockroaches are only found in super grungy kitchens that have never seen a sign of soap and water. Portrayed in movies as scavengers that spend their nights wading through grease and fat, eating the remnants


Beetles really do love to munch on just about everything. Now, not every variety of beetle takes a bite out of the same thing, but when you think about the destruction this common house and garden insect inflicts, it proves


Black with distinctive red markings and a flat-winged appearance when its wings are closed, the Box Elder Bug is a common sight around homes and buildings during fall months. Desperate to find warmth and shelter in preparation for approaching cooler


It’s not just humans and pets that have to deal with an increased presence of bugs and insects during warm summer months; trees and shrubs are also at the mercy of hungry insects that forage on leaves, damaging both the


Summer – a season of sunny days, warm nights, campfires, bbqs, and insects. Summer’s lazy days and nights of extended light and warmth aren’t only appreciated by humans; creatures see the sun’s rays as a sign of freedom and abundance.


From Ants and Wasps to Mosquitoes and Cockroaches, summer brings out all the big players. Bugs summertime-antics aren’t always appreciated by those inconvenienced by their presence, but many of these pests play a vital role in our ecosystem and contribute


It’s most people’s’ favourite time of year; we can feel grass beneath our feet, the sun on our face… and the bug bites on our body. It’s a bit frustrating that summertime is our only chance to be outdoors and


Wasps – probably one of the most annoying summertime pests to deal with. On a good day, they annoy the heck out of Calgarians who are trying to relax on their deck or complete some needed yard work.On a bad