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Browsing Publications (NYS Integrated Pest Management Program) by Author "Alpert, Gary"
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Bugs in Strange Places: The Brown-banded Cockroach
(New York State IPM Program, 2014)Brown-banded cockroaches look and behave differently than other small cockroaches, such as the German cockroach. Therefore, correct identification of the pest and a thorough inspection of the premises are needed before ... -
Bumble Bees – Pollinators that Sting
(New York State IPM Program, 2014)Bumble bees are familiar spring and summer insects in the Northeastern United States. They are most often observed visiting flowers, but can become a problem when nesting near human activity. -
Clover Mites: Tiny Dots on the Move
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)Clover mites are tiny arthropods related to spiders and ticks. They neither bite humans nor transmit disease, but become a problem when they enter human structures in large numbers in early spring and late summer. Crushing ... -
Don’t Let Carpenter Ants Renovate Your Home!
(New York State IPM Program, 2013)Carpenter ants are structural pests that nest in rotten or damaged wood. While ants in the kitchen may be a nuisance to homeowners, wood damage caused by ants can lead to structural problems. By following the steps of an ... -
Earwigs: No Big Deal
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)Virtually harmless to humans, earwigs do not spread diseases and their mouths are too small to bite. Some species will use their rear pincher-like appendages to protect themselves, giving them a fierce reputation exaggerated ... -
Flightless Leaping Ectoparasitic Arthropods = FLEAs
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)Adult fleas are biting insects that feed on warm-blooded animals. Worldwide, approximately 2,500 species of fleas have been identified, seven of which can affect human health. The cat flea is the most commonly observed ... -
Get Rid of Carpenter Bees? Yes, Please!
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)Carpenter bees are common spring and summer insects in the eastern United States. They are important pollinators, but can become a nuisance pest of structures. -
House Centipedes: Lots of Legs, but not a Hundred
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)House centipedes are predatory arthropods that can be found both indoors and outdoors. They prefer damp places, including basements, bathrooms and even pots of over-watered plants, where they feed on insects and spiders. ... -
How to Prevent the Buzz – Sting – Ouch! of Bald-Faced Hornets
(New York State IPM Program, 2014)Bald-faced hornets are important natural predators, but can pose a health risk when found near human activity. Early-season scouting and removal of small nests can prevent problems with large hornet populations later in ... -
Indian Meal Moth: A Common Kitchen Pest
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)The Indian meal moth is a pest of stored food products, especially grains. Moths are typically introduced to a home in packaged dry pet food, and are not observed until adults emerge and are seen flying around the kitchen. ... -
Lots of Little Beetles Could Mean a Big Mold Problem!
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)Fungus and Plaster Beetles represent a variety of different species that all feed on the same thing: fungi. In nature, these beetles live under tree bark, in leaf piles or under stones. In buildings, fungus beetles are ... -
Paper Wasps: Friend or Foe?
(New York State IPM Program, 2014)Paper wasps feed on a variety of insects, such as caterpillars and other pests that can damage garden or landscape plants. As predators, therefore, paper wasps are an important part of nature. Paper wasp nests that are ... -
Pavement Ants – A Groovy Pest
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)Pavement ants are native to Europe and were introduced into the United States during the 1700’s. Today, they are one of the most common indoor ant pests in the northeastern United States. Pavement ants are small, brown or ... -
Sanitize to Manage those Blow Flies
(New York State IPM Program, 2014)Blow flies are a type of “filth fly” recognized by the metallic blue, green, or bronze color of their body. One group of blow flies, the blue bottle flies, are sometimes found inside buildings in the Northeast, appearing ... -
The German Cockroach: America’s #1 Cockroach Pest
(New York State IPM Program, 2015)German cockroaches are one of the most common insect pests found in urban areas throughout the world, and are the number one cockroach pest species worldwide. They are well-adapted to human environments, even enjoying ... -
You Say Waterbug, We Say American Cockroach
(New York State IPM Program, 2014)American cockroaches are unwelcomed pests in our homes, schools and offices. By following the steps of an integrated pest management program, you can keep them out of your living or working space for good. Remember to ...
