May 20, 2019
There exists thousands of fly species belonging to the Diptera order of insects that have been documented as existing in almost all areas of the world. Some of the most commonly encountered, and widely distributed fly species include the common housefly, the black...
May 16, 2019
The eastern subterranean termite, (R. flavipes) belongs to the Reticulitermes genus of termite. This genus also includes other termite species that are well distributed throughout North America. These species include R. hesperus, R. virginicus, R. tibialis and R....
May 14, 2019
The Reduvius personatus species of insect is more commonly known as the “masked hunter”, and like its nickname suggests, this insect can be quite a menace within homes. Encountering this insect species outdoors can also be unpleasant, as the masked hunter possesses a...
May 13, 2019
For the most part, the only time people think about crickets is when they hear the insect’s chirping sound through a screened window during the spring and summer season. This somewhat rhythmic chirping sound is considered pleasant to some people, but when the chirping...
May 9, 2019
Numerous airborne insect species that occasionally sting humans can be found in Massachusetts, and while most of these species are not inclined to inflict stings on humans, almost all are capable. Stinging insects in the state include yellow jackets, honey bees, paper...
