If you think bats may be living in your building, now is the time to check your attic, eaves or chimney spaces and take action to exclude them, Florida wildlife experts said. Source: WJXT
Browntail moth about to wreak havoc (via WCSH)
An invasive species that has been in Maine for more than 100 years is rearing its ugly head. It will cause rashes and breathing problems in people, as it defoliates a big part of Maine Source: WCSH
Severe reaction to wasp sting killed former soldier, coroner says (via Fox News)
A former soldier died after being stung by a wasp during a routine call-out in his new job as a pest controller, an inquest heard. Source: Fox News
Knox floods may slow insects start, but don’t count on long-term relief from pests (via Knoxville News Sentinel)
Warm, wet weather across Knox County in February could reduce the number of insects in the area as standing water threatens dormant insect populations. Source: Knoxville News Sentinel
Termites, ticks to start appearing with melting snow, warmer temps (via WesternMassNews.com)
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) — This week’s anticipated warmer weather may be a sign that spring isn’t far behind. Source: WesternMassNews.com
Bed Bugs in America: New Survey Reveals Impact on Everyday Life (via r20.rs6.net)
National Pest Management Association offers insights into public perceptions about bed bugs Source: r20.rs6.net
Decoding the Mystery of Bed Bugs | Hotel Business (via Hotel Business)
Hotel Business | Posts Source: Hotel Business
Bat invades newsroom at Mississippi TV station (via WCBI)
Kids don’t try this at home. You may not know it but bats are native to Downtown Columbus, and one found its way into the WCBI Newsroom Tuesday night. Source: WCBI
NY State Woman Charged With Arson After Trying to Torch Bed Bugs (via 101.5 WPDH)
There’s a way to go about ridding your home of bed bugs and a way not to. Source: 101.5 WPDH
Cudahy School District warns of bed bugs at Lincoln Elementary (via CBS58)
CUDAHY, Wis. (CBS 58) — The Cudahy School District is working to learn whether Lincoln Elementary is infested with bed bugs. A letter was sent out to parents last week, warning them of the potential Source: CBS58
