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07/07/2014

Helpful Information about Natural Insecticides

Did you know hot sauce mixed with garlic and water can chase away those annoying caterpillars who have been feeding on your precious plants? You may appreciate butterflies, but not their babies. So, maybe you just want them to relocate to another area. Many natural insecticides are used as repellants rather than as a way to kill insects.

Spider mites hate the mixture of hydrated lime (1/4 c.) and water (add a small drop of soap to help it stick). Be careful not to use too much or the lime could hurt your plants.

Tomato leaves mixed with water can repel insects. Soaps are used in several different types of mixtures. But soaps are washed away with rain or automatic sprinklers.

If you choose to use ni****ne, be aware that it can be deadly as a concentrate to more than just those pesky aphids. It's not only dangerous as harmful cigarette smoke, but it can be beneficial if used properly on plants. For us, the concentrates can cause convulsions and death. So, don't let that toddler grab your supply by accident. It's usually mixed with sulphur and is not recommended for use on edible plants.

Horticulture oils suffocate insects by covering them with an oily film. If that sounds barbaric, just think of the damage that can be done to crops and gardens and even humans by an overpopulation of insect pests. Insect pests can spread diseases and famine.

Homemade sprays can be a great economical alternative to bought sprays. You must know how to adequately measure, store, and use them even if they are homemade and seemingly harmless.

Of course, you can try tricks to rid your problem areas of insects. Like the ants that want to crawl into your hummingbird water. Maybe it doesn't bother the birds, but if it bothers you, you could be imaginative and not have to use any pesticide that may endanger your tiny visiting birds. But tricks aren't always enough. Sometimes you need to use more than one method to keep insect populations under control.

While you don't have to be scared of insects, you do have to be sensible to keep from becoming overrun with them. You should also be a responsible parent and teach your children how to safely combat insects. What your children learn can benefit the next generation. It helps to encourage their interests while they are young and willing to absorb what their parents have to say. Even if they seem to totally ignore all you've taught them as teenagers, they will many times come back to their senses as they grow older. One day, they'll be sharing their insecticide information with their own children or grandchildren.

Teaching about the safe use of insecticides and natural insecticides is the gift that keeps on giving. Your child may want to use this information to obtain a career later in life that revolves around insects, gardening, farming, or science. Nature will thank you for your contribution by continuing to thrive because of your responsible actions.

07/07/2014

All About Termites – Know Thy Enemy

When you hear the word termites, you think about pests. Termites for you, are a nuisance. Nothing for you describes them better. You find that all about termites disgust you.

But what else do you actually know about termites – aside from knowing that you hate them? Anything and all about termites, you just don’t like.

Let us go over some things you may need to know all about termites. It wouldn’t hurt to know more about them - the information you get will make you understand better the nature and workings of termites.

General Information - All About Termites

Food – Termites feed on materials rich in cellulose – and their favorite food is none other than wood or any wood products and derivatives. This explains the damage on your house structure made of wood.

Breeding – Generally led by a king and queen. In their social system, both of these are their primary reproductives – with the main responsibility of reproducing and propagating their species. They have back-ups called the secondary reproductive, which takes the front role in case the primary reproductives die.

Propagation – The start of new colonies are the result of the winged reproductives or the alates – also known as the swarmers. The pair will find an ideal location for laying eggs. The queen has a lifespan of around 25 years, and lays eggs around 50,000 yearly.

Physical Characteristics – As compared to ants, termites have a straight antennae, uniform waist size and wings of equal size. Termite reproductives are dark brown in color and have two equally sized & formed wings. Termite workers are blind, creamy white in color and have no wings. Termite soldiers have oversized heads and don’t have wings. Soldiers are equipped with large mandibles since they use these in protecting their colony.

Behavior – Termites are eusocial – meaning they have a highly social form of organization. Their class system includes: a.) reproductives (primary & secondary), b.) soldiers and c.) workers. Each has a role and a task to do for the survival of the colony.

Ecosystem Role – Termites help convert dead branches & wood into organic matter. They also make the soil fertile, especially those near their mounds.

Termite Mounds – A structure made by termites with seemingly functional chimneys and ventilation systems. Parts of this structure would serve as their storage area for food.

Preferred Climate – Termites like to live on a place or area with a humid climate – one in which there is sufficient amount of moisture. The soil, is in fact, an ideal place for the subterranean species, precisely because it offers just the right ventilation for air to pass through, at the same time, it holds a certain amount of moisture, which keeps them cool during warm seasons.

Termites and You

The details mentioned above are just some brief information all about termites. These will give you some idea about the pests that invade your home without regard to the damage they bring about it.

With these, you will be able to learn more all about termites & their living patterns – giving you a chance to be able to appreciate them for whatever they are worth, at the same time giving you the opportunity to hate them just a little bit more.

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07/07/2014

Facts About Mosquitoes

Colloquially termed as skeeters and mozzies, mosquitoes belong to the Culicidae family. Such insects have a single pair of scaled wings as well as a slender body and long legs. They also have halteres, which are known to be balancers or poisers that are little knobbed structures. The female species are the ones who suck out blood from humans and animals since they need it in the process of reproduction. Weighing only about 2.0 to 2.5 milligrams, their single flight can last up to 4 to 5 minutes.

Mosquitoes are believed known to be in existence 170 million years ago and even in the Jurassic period when dinosaurs existed. They progressed into the land mass that is presently identified as South America and initially spread to the northern continent of Laurasia. It was also said that the ancestors of these pesters that have been causing skin itchiness were three times bigger and were related to the Chaoboridae group.

Mosquitoes are also known as nectar feeders. The breed of the Toxorhynchites is the biggest existing creature of its kind. Its larvae are predatory on others. In the English literature, their life can be traced back to 1583. They were identified as “biting flies” in order to brush off the confusion with the common “house flies.” In Italian, mosquito is “moschetta” while in French it is “moustique.” When mosquitoes sink their teeth into the skin, it will cause swelling for many hours. Then, there will be a red ringed white bump that is about a centimeter in width. The itchiness remains for days. When the itchy skin is overly scratched, it will bleed and will leave scars when healed.

Mosquitoes could bring diseases such as Malaria Fever, West Nile Virus and Dengue Fever. Malaria Fever is brought about by infection that is normally experienced in tropical regions. In a year, casualties could go as many as one to three million. In the Sub-Saharan Africa, young children are the common victims. As for Dengue Fever, it is an acute febrile sickness found prevalent in countries that have dramatically humid weather. It is caused by serotypes of the Flavivirus genus. It occurs with an onset of high body temperature together with severe headache and muscle pains. There can also be rashes described as bright red petechia.

25/06/2014

18 Things About Cockroaches You Never Knew About
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Most of us have faced this situation in our lives at some point time or another – Cockroaches in the house!! Some of us have even faced the mortification of the pests coming out and being obviously visible in front of guests and visitors leaving you frustrated and embarrassed. And the most scary fact which most of us don’t know is that cockroaches transmit more than 33 diseases, most common known is Asthma in children.

The problem is, an average homemaker is not armed with enough knowledge to deal with the problem effectively.

This article will change that.

Here are some interesting, little known, facts about cockroaches.

1. Cockroaches can live without their heads for a week. They die of thirst because their mouths have been cut off and they cannot drink!
2. The cockroach’s brain is in its entire body.
3. Cockroaches can survive without food for one month.
4. Cockroaches have white colored blood.
5. A typical cockroach has six legs with at least 18 knees.
6. A female cockroach mates once in a lifetime and remains pregnant for the rest of her life.
7. Cockroaches spend 75 % of their time resting.
8. Cockroaches can hold their breath for 40 minutes. The best a human can do is 9 minutes.
9. Cockroaches breathe through their sides.
10. Cockroaches can run at a speed of up to 3 miles an hour, the walking speed of an average human.
11. Cockroaches have been found to be one of the chief asthma triggering allergens found in homes
12. Cockroaches originated about 280 million years ago.
13. The largest ever cockroach was discovered in South America. It is 6 inches long and has a one foot wing span
14. Cockroaches mainly forage for food at night.
15. Cockroaches have been found to be the triggers for over thirty diseases in humans.
16. This last fact alone makes them a very dangerous pest especially if you have children. Cockroaches are known to bite human babies.
17. In order to get rid of these pests, you can take many small precautions around the house that will not only remove a current infestation but also help to prevent future ones.
18. Since cockroaches come out mainly at night, you need to be especially particular and not leave foodstuff open through the night. This includes leftovers, dinner remains in plates, pots and pans and even pet food. Preferably rinse out all emptied dinner plates and dishes and fill them with water if you intend to wash them the next day.

Identify all cracks, crevices and holes. These are places that harbour cockroaches. Seal as many of these holes and cracks as possible. Fill the rest of the holes with boric powder. Boric Powder is easily available and is relatively safe.

Remember that cockroaches are attracted to greasy surfaces and wetness. Make sure your kitchen surfaces are clean, non-greasy and dry. Repair any leakages so you eliminate wetness.

Cockroaches also eat the glue and the paper in books, magazines and paper / cardboard boxes. Eliminate these from your house to the extent possible.

No we move on to the next stage, the actual elimination of existing roaches. There are a variety of pesticides available to kill cockroaches. Some of these are fairly long lasting and some are safe to use around pets and small children.

I have found that it is easiest to entrust a pest control company with he job of getting rid of a cockroach infestation. It ensures that you are not stuck with the hassle of sourcing and storing the pesticides at home. Plus the Pest control companies generally have fixed schedules and ensure that the treatment is done at regular intervals so you do not have a repeat infestation.

Then you can sit back and relax. Enjoy the pleasures of your cockroach-free, clean home.

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31/05/2014

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