by Pest Expert | Oct 25, 2022 | Blog
Yes, ants can breathe. They have a pair of spiracles, or tiny holes, on the sides of their thorax through which they take in air. The air travels down a series of tubes to the ant’s lungs, where gas exchange takes place. Yes, ants can breathe. They have a spiracle on...
by Pest Expert | Oct 25, 2022 | Blog
A mosquito’s lifespan can vary greatly depending on the species and on the environment, but is generally quite short. The average lifespan of a mosquito is only about two to three weeks. However, some species of mosquito can live up to six months in ideal...
by Pest Expert | Oct 24, 2022 | Blog
Greater Seattle is the metropolitan area that includes the city of Seattle and its surrounding suburbs. The population of Greater Seattle is approximately 4,000,000 as of 2019. The majority of the population is concentrated in the city of Seattle proper, which has a...
by Pest Expert | Oct 24, 2022 | Blog
Most people are familiar with the small, black ants that often invade homes in search of food. But what are these tiny black ants called? They are called carpenter ants, and they can be a real nuisance. Carpenter ants are attracted to wood, so they often build their...
by Pest Expert | Oct 24, 2022 | Blog
Hobo spiders are beige or brown in color with a chevron-shaped marking on their backs. They are medium-sized spiders with long, legs. They are often found in homes and other buildings, particularly in areas where there are cracks or holes in walls and floors. Hobo...
by Pest Expert | Oct 24, 2022 | Blog
For most mosquitoes, their diet consists of flower nectar or other types of sugar. However, the female mosquito needs protein in order to produce eggs. She will get this protein by biting animals and people to get blood. Mosquitoes eat nectar from flowers and other...
