As temperatures drop, we humans aren’t the only ones seeking warmth and shelter. Rodents, too, are on the hunt for cozy spots to ride out the winter chill—and parked vehicles often become unwitting havens. Whether it’s under the hood or even inside your car, rodents can cause significant damage that’s both inconvenient and costly to..
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Woodrats, often called “pack rats” or ‘trade rats” are fascinating creatures that unfairly bear the brunt of common misconceptions about rats. In Colorado, the smallest species, the Desert woodrat, measures about 12 inches and weighs 4 ½ ounces, while the largest, the bushy-tailed woodrat found on rocky mountain sides and old mining camps, can grow..
Bed bugs can infest any location, regardless of cleanliness. They simply require hiding spots and a host to feed on, often hitching rides from various places like hotels, adjacent apartments, or public seating areas. Managing bed bugs is challenging but possible. Relying solely on insecticides is not the most effective approach. A comprehensive strategy that..
Living in Colorado, residents often enjoy the natural beauty and wildlife the state has to offer. However, not all local wildlife is welcome, especially when it involves pests like earwigs, boxelder bugs, cluster flies, and stink bugs. These pests can become more than a nuisance, invading your home and creating discomfort for you and your..
Bald-faced hornets become most troublesome in late summer when their colonies peak in size. These insects are social and cooperate to construct their papery grey hives, which house between 100 to 400 members. Distinctly larger than wasps, bald-faced hornets feature a primarily black body with a distinctive white face. They are more aggressive than other..