A man died Friday after eating scores of cockroaches, worms, and millipedes in a contest. Last year, Slate explained which bugs are safest to eat. The article is reprinted below. Brazil’s ant harvest has been on the decline, and the culprit …
Pests in the NewsOctober 12, 2012
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As a Florida medical examiner tries to determine how 32-year-old Edward Archbold died after eating insects during a contest to win a snake, people around the country are asking: Why? Why would anyone eat a live cockroach? Why did he die when several others …
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QUESTION:
Is it illegal for a pest control company to destroy pigeons when all other methods have been attempted?
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Pigeons are given NO protection from wildlife agencies and their status is that they can be controlled or killed in any manner at any time. HOWEVER, and I put emphasis on that word, just because the federal and state governments say we can do what we wish with pigeons does not mean that is the reality of it. You need to be aware of any local ordinances that may prohibit the killing of these invasive pest birds as well as the attitudes and opinions of the many people who live or work around the area where the pigeons are living, feeding, roosting, pooping, and all the other great aspects of their presence. You might legally kill some pigeons but still end up roasting on the fire pit of the local newspaper who publicizes what you have done. Despite the awful health consequences of living in close association with pigeons there are a great many people who just love them and want them around (although maybe on someone else’s structure, not their own).
Pest QuestionsOctober 12, 2012
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Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi authorities have launched a special campaign to end the pest and rodent menace in major residential areas, parks, beaches and other public places. The campaign focuses on residential areas in Mussaffah, Al Maqtaa, Abu Dhabi Gate City …
Pests in the NewsOctober 11, 2012
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Did you know in less than the blink of an eye a single flea is actually capable of jumping more than an entire foot? That?s almost 200 times the actual length of the flea’s entire body. ?Fleas and ticks can be troublesome little parasites …
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Bee-Killing Asian Hornet to Be Declared Invasive Pest in France
Businessweek The Asian hornet, a bee-killing predator first seen in France in 2004, will be declared an invasive and harmful exotic, allowing the government to set up country-wide pest control programs. The species, whose scientific name is Vespa velutina, is a … |
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Health department cites pest–control issue at mall
Columbia Daily Tribune He said the food court establishments have leases that require them to have monthly pest control and to "maintain the environment in a safe, clean, sanitary manner ? in compliance with all rules and regulations" of the city. Strodtman said mall … |
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Bedbugs booming in Charlotte, pest control companies say
WIS Rick Seifert with The Pest Control Authority in Charlotte says his company hasn't noticed an explosion in infestations, because they're always busy with jobs to treat them. In recent years, the bugs have been transported from hotels to homes and then … |
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Keeping varmints out of your house when fall weather sets in
Plain Dealer No Halloween treat for tricky rodents. Real pumpkins, haystacks and other fresh decorations are a big part of Halloween fun, but be careful that outdoor pests aren't getting a kick out of the decorations, too. Here are some Halloween decor tips from … |
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Clemson Extension agent identifies new invasive pest in South Carolina
Anderson Independent Mail CLEMSON UNIVERSITY ? A Clemson University Extension agent in Lexington County has identified the first eucalyptus leaf beetle discovered in South Carolina. ?A homeowner brought it into the Lexington Extension office from West Columbia. I knew it was … |
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