Frequently Asked Questions about Head Lice

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 ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

How to minimize ticks in a school yard.

How to protect your pets from ticks and the diseases they carry.

Using illustrations and few words, this document shows how to eliminate places for bed bugs to hide by reducing clutter in the home.

This poster, featuring a mature woman, shows how to check yourself for ticks, and safely remove a tick.

This poster, featuring a farmer, shows how to check yourself for ticks, and safely remove a tick.