Tuesday, September 28, 2021

If You're Scared of Bugs, Don't Watch This | National Geographic


In the Insect Zoo at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, visitors can see all sorts of creepy, crawly insects up close. But behind the scenes, entomologists care for a plethora of insects, including giant cockroaches, tarantulas, and even a giant millipede.

Saturday, September 25, 2021

Ask the Pest Professor about Bed Bug Control


Why are bed bugs so hard to control? Dr. Jim Fredericks, chief entomologist with the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), has the answer!

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

The House Centipede is Fast, Furious, and Just So Extra | Deep Look


Voracious, venomous and hella leggy, house centipedes are masterful predators with a knack for fancy footwork. But not all their legs are made for walking, they put some to work in other surprising ways.

Sunday, September 19, 2021

Ask the Pest Professor About Mice


How do mice fit into such small spaces? Dr. Jim Fredericks, chief entomologist with the National Pest Management Association, will reveal their secret!

Thursday, September 16, 2021

Monday, September 13, 2021

Ask the Pest Professor: Mouse Hunt


Is it true you never have “just one mouse” in your house? Dr. Jim Fredericks, chief entomologist for the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), has the answer!

Friday, September 10, 2021

Is Spider Silk Stronger Than Steel? | MythBusters Jr.


In Spider Silk vs. Steel, Elijah, Cannan, and Allie test the age-old eight-legged myth that spider silk is stronger than steel.

Tuesday, September 7, 2021

Ant Infestations: More than Meets the Eye


Have you seen ants around your home? Where there's one, there are likely thousands just below the surface. Visit PestWorld.org to learn more.

Saturday, September 4, 2021

Cockroaches Survive Squeezing, Smashing, and More | National Geographic


Have you ever wondered why cockroaches are so hard to get rid of? Well, now scientists have put them before a series of obstacles to find out how tough they really are—and the results are creepier than you imagined. Whether squeezing through tiny crevices, running in tight spaces, or taking crushing blows, cockroaches use their flexible exoskeletons to survive your foot stomps and quickly make their way through the cracks and crevices of your home.

Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Mosquito Multiplier


The National Pest Management Association's Mosquito Multiplier project shows just how quickly mosquitoes can multiply right in your own backyard. By recreating ideal conditions that allow mosquitoes to thrive, researchers were able to capture the true breeding power of mosquitoes, and the results are a must-see.