Silkworms aren’t the only producers of the tensile material called silk. While the name suggests that they dominate the field, spiders can also create silk though they produce far less than the silkworm does. The silkworm is more specifically the larvae of the Bombyx silk moth, whereas spider silk production isn’t limited to just one … Continue reading PEI Pest Control: How Do Spiders Make Silk?
As the weather turns warmer, queen wasps come out of hibernation and start building nests to raise the next generation. The nests typically start out small and are hard to notice. However, as the colony grows bigger, they continue to add onto the nest, and by the end of the season, it can be quite … Continue reading PEI Pest Control: How Long Does a Wasp Nest Last?
It’s important to look for ways to be proactive to keep rodents from coming inside of your home. Once a mouse gets inside your house, it can reproduce rapidly and lead to a serious infestation. These small rodents cause expensive damage and bring dangerous pathogens into the living spaces of your property. Homeowners can perform … Continue reading 3 Simple Ways To Prevent Mice From Entering Your Home in PEI