Flies released to tackle killer Screwworm

The State of Florida, USA, have been releasing around 6 million sterile flies each week to eradicate a disease that has killed just over 100 Key Deer. Screwworm was last...

Top Films with an Insect Star Cast

Here we list a number of films, animated and real (well, not so real due to some rather wooden acting and special effects from the 70’s). Many will have you...

What’s What- Mosquitos

Mosquitos are small flies, resembling midges. They are found in many regions around the world, particularly in warmer climates and tend to reside near stagnant water such as ponds and...

There’s No Business Like Mouse Business

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, Mice are stars, big stars in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood! Animated they may be, but whether we know it or not, we all...

Spider hospitalises girl in Essex

An 8-year-old girl in Colchester, Essex, has undergone surgery for skin grafts after being bitten by the poisonous Brown Recluse Spider. Pest Control Specialists discovered an infestation at her home...

New Species of Peacock Spider Discovered

Seven new species of the dazzling Peacock Spider have been discovered in the regions of South and Western Australia. Found earlier this year, they are now seven of forty-eight variations...