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Tag: pest repellant

usually a chemical substance used to successfully repel insects that feed on humans (i.e. blood), animals, plants, etc.

getting rid of squirrels from your home and lawn

Why Some People View Squirrels as Pests

Squirrels are widely viewed as innocuous and even cute by most people. However, just like any other animals on Earth, they can become a severe nuisance in large numbers. In this article, we want to go over how this cute little rodent can become a serious pest. You see them scurrying around, looking for eggcorns, […]

01 Apr
2025
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Capsaicin and its Role as a Pest Repellant

In a previous article, we explained how most naturally occurring drugs found in nature act as a pest repellant. In this article we want to continue with the theme of exploring natural chemicals that act to deter pests. This time we are discussing capsaicin. You may be familiar with this name as it is what […]

16 Apr
2024
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The opium poppy uses opium to prevent destruction by pests

Substances That You May Not Have Known Were Pesticides

Nature has a way of taking care of itself. Natural defenses are built up over time by living organisms to protect themselves from danger. Animals develop horns, sharp teeth, thick coats of fur and various other defenses. Plants are no different. Today we will discuss chemical defenses used by plants to ward off destruction by […]

19 Jan
2024
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Orange peels for my garden

Using Orange Peels as a Pest Repellant in Your Garden

Most folks who have a small garden will face a pest problem at some point. After all, the delicious vegetables you are growing are delicious to other creatures as well. And those beautiful flowers are like a neon sign for certain bugs. So what can you do to stop these pests? Types of Pests The […]

28 Mar
2022
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mosquitoes and color

Are Mosquitoes Attracted to Specific Colors of the Light Spectrum?

You may already know that mosquitoes are attracted to carbon dioxide, the gas that mammals expel when they breathe. You may also know that mosquitoes use infrared light as another way to track living animals. But, you may not know that mosquitoes are attracted to certain colors of the visual spectrum. This is brand new […]

22 Feb
2022
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Scientists to make humans invisible to mosquitoes

Pest Control Science – Making Humans Invisible to Mosquitoes

Were you ever getting attacked by mosquitoes and thought to yourself: “I wish these mosquitoes couldn’t see me”? New research says that fantasy may some day become a reality. For many years humans have used various sprays or scents to drive away mosquitoes. The Native Americans used tobacco smoke to help drive them away. They […]

06 Sep
2021
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repell pests while eating outdoors

Eating Outdoors? Protect Yourself from Pests

The weather in Florida is beautiful in the winter months. Except for the occasional cold spell and dreary rainy day, the sun shines bright and the temperature peaks at 72 degrees in Brevard County. A nice breeze comes by every few minutes to cool things off. Nearly perfect. And with nice weather comes outdoor dining. […]

26 Jan
2021
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Lawn Pest Control

How to Stay on Top of Pest Control for Your Lawn

Its March and temperatures are rising. That means that humidity will be rising as well. Humidity and sun equal lawn bugs and other pests. The list of pests includes ticks, spiders, fire ants, and snakes. It also includes mosquitoes. In this article we will suggest some tips for keeping your lawn clear of pests and […]

11 Mar
2020
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Why You Should Keep Your Pest Control Service this Winter

There is a common myth that insects die out during cold winter weather.  They actually seek out the warmth provided within and around homes.  Pest control treatment services are best kept year round.  You don’t want to miss a vital treatment that would leave your home vulnerable to an infestation come spring time with warmer […]

29 Dec
2015
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Advanced Mosquito Control

Here at Sunstate Pest Management, we specialize in full service integrated mosquito management programs designed to control nuisance and disease vector mosquitoes, while protecting the natural environment.  Mosquito control does not have to be expensive or involve widespread spraying. Surveillance is essential because it allows for good decision making, such as, whether there is a […]

08 Aug
2015
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