Tag: <span>PEST CONTROL SERVICE IN OOTY</span>

Wheel bugs

Wheel Bugs

Wheel bugs are diurnal pests and should be careful not to handle them, they are named so due to the distinctive, serrated crest on its pronotum that in profile resembles a portion of a wheel or gear, A bite from this species is very painful. It is reported as causing intense pain followed by numbness. These bugs are commonly attracted to lights, especially at night, and will travel indoors attracted by indoor lights. Indoors look for small cracks and crevices where wheel bugs may hide, Outdoors inspect yard, garden, landscaping, ornamentals, leaf litter, woodpiles, and yard debris. Wheel bugs prey on other pests and bite can be more severe than a bee sting.
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SAND FLIES

SAND FLIES

Sand flies are tiny insects about 3 mm long, they have long, piercing mouthparts that are well adapted for sucking blood from their host. Sand flies hold their hairy-looking wings in a vertical V-shape when at rest, a characteristic that distinguishes them from some other small flies. Human skin odors, produced by bacteria from skin microbiota, are known to attract these pests. The skin sores of cutaneous leishmaniasis usually develop within a few weeks or months of the sand fly bite.
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Termites Main Diet

Termites Main Diet -“Cellulose”

Termites are one among the few creatures that relies on wood as a primary food source. Cellulose is the common organic compound found in plant materials, which is obtained from wood, grass, leaves, humus, manure of herbivorous animals, and materials of vegetative origin. Termites can break down the cellulose fibers found in wood and derive nutrients. These nutrients can’t be digested by their own. Instead they have symbiotic protozoa and bacteria in their guts to break down the tough plant fibers.
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Blister flies

BLISTER FLIES

Blister beetles are hypermetamorphic, can inflict a painful bite if threatened or provoked, Blister beetles are so-named because of their special chemical defense mechanism. The blood of blister beetles contain a terpene called cantharidin. When it comes in contact with human skin, cantharidin causes a superficial blistering, swelling and irritation. These beetles attract to light and invade home. They can also harm livestock if accidentally ingested.
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Crane lies

CRANE FLIES

Crane flies are mostly a nuisance. Mature crane flies often annoy residents when they fly into homes and bump against the walls or ceilings. These flies invade home most likely looking for food or areas to lay their eggs. Although they look like giant mosquitoes. Wet springs are associated with a high emergence and large populations of adult flies. The adult stage of crane flies is harmless, the larvae feed on decaying-organic matter and thus assist in the biological decomposition process.
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Fungus-gnats

Fungus gnats

Fungus gnats are small black flies features dangling legs and long bodies that make them appear similar to a small mosquito, Flies infest soil, potting mix, other container media, and other sources of organic decomposition. Their larvae primarily feed on fungi and organic matter in soil, but also chew roots and can be a problem in greenhouses, nurseries, potted plants and interior plant escapes. Fungus gnats are attracted to decaying organic matter in the soil that is moist. In the home, fungus gnats are usually found in potted plants that are over-watered. Fungus gnats infest homes when there is enough moisture in the property for fungi to grow. Water-related issues from leaky pipes in basement to a malfunctioning appliance. However, the most common cause of fungus gnat infestations is over-watered indoor plants.
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Indian Ornamental Spider

Poecilotheria regalis

Indian ornamental tree spider, is one of the most popular arboreal tarantulas for amateur collectors. P.regalis parallels that of many arboreal spiders. In the wild individuals live in holes in tall trees where they make asymmetric funnel webs. Their primary prey consists of various flying insects, which they seize in flight and paralyze. The venom displays a high level of hyaluronidase activity, which may be associated with its potentially medically significant bite, with venom that may cause intense pain.
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CRICKET

CRICKETS-THE CHIRPING PEST

Crickets are pests for a variety of reasons. They sometimes find their way into homes, becoming a nuisance between their loud chirping and tendency to attack clothing and other fabrics throughout the house. Male crickets produce musical chirping sounds by rubbing a scraper located on one forewing along a row of about 50 to 250 teeth on the opposite forewing. The frequency of the chirps depends on the number of teeth struck per second. The most common cricket songs are the calling song. There is a direct relationship between the rate of cricket chirps and temperature, with the rate increasing with increasing temperature.
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Flying ants

WINGED ANTS

Flying ants are alates, mostly the matured Queens and males of ant, An ant colony can only expand so much. At some points a new queen will need to strive out on her own to begin a new colony, growing wings and flying enables to do this. They are most commonly found nesting in wet, damp or rotting wood, but may also be present in dry wood. Flying ants usually emerge during warm temperatures after rain and high humidity in late spring and early summer. Bites or stings from these ants occur if a flying ant feels threatened and needs to defend itself.
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Drywood termites

DRYWOOD TERMITES

Drywood termites can often escape detection, as they live deep inside wooden structures. Compared to other species, their colonies are very small and often spread out within the house. Drywood termites will colonize in attics where temperatures may exceed 131 degrees Fahrenheit. There, they will locate their colonies in wood that has more favorable temperatures, Drywood termite swarmers invade home by flying directly to the wood they infest. Some of their usual routes of entry include Attic or foundation vents that are not screened. Cracks around window frames, door frames, soffits and roof sheathing. Drywood termites do not create mud tubes, and they do not need direct access to soil. The best signs of termites in home include wings left behind by flying workers and the frass. In some cases, munching sounds can be heard as they move and eat their way through homes.
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