Lots of people ask ‘are rabbits native to the UK?’, since they seem like such a staple of the English countryside. But believe it or not, wild rabbits are not native to the UK – the Normans brought them over in the 12th century. We’re more used to treating rabbits as pets these days, but wild rabbits still roam free in some areas — often enough to cause homes and businesses some trouble. This month at Pest Defence, we’re going to be looking into what wild rabbits eat, along with how they cause damage to commercial agricultural operations and domestic properties….
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If you managed to get out in the garden over summer, or even venture to your nearby park, you’ll no doubt have seen bees. Buzzing around happily wherever the flowers can be found in warmer weather, they’re an important part of our natural ecosystem – but where do bees go in the winter? This month at Pest Defence, we’re going to try and shed some light on this mystery, giving you a better insight into what bees do in winter and why you don’t see them. Where do bees go in winter? The first thing we should point out is that…
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Spiders are contentious creatures here in the UK, with arachnophobia (fear of arachnids) often topping the list of most common phobias. But while they give the majority of people the creeps, they actually offer a useful purpose to humans since they catch flies and eat other insects. It’s around this time of the year – in August and September – when we’re likely to spot more spiders indoors, but what are the most common house spiders? To help you identify which spiders you’re sharing your home with, we’ve put this handy list together – as well as some FAQs on spiders…
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The role of bees and their queens is well documented, but did you know that wasps are also considered pollinators and eaters of other pests? This is a vital role that they play when they’re out in the wild, but wasps are often known more as a pest when they happen to make a nest in cavities of buildings or in gardens. This month, at Pest Defence, to help you understand wasps a little more in detail, we’re giving you a guide to queen wasps. This will give you a better idea of when wasps are likely to be seen and…
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A rising interior trend you may have noticed during the pandemic was indoor plants. We all need some greenery in our life – studies have even shown it can boost our mood and productivity – and so it’s only natural that people who found themselves cooped up at home all day invested in a variety of indoor plants. The thing people probably didn’t reckon with at the time was how much these can attract pests, given the right conditions. One of the key culprits attracted to plants is the fungus gnat. You’ll probably have come across them before without realising, so…
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Whether you’re opening your cafe, pub, restaurant or other outdoor space for business or you’re getting into the garden at home for barbecue season, the last thing you want is to be tormented by a wasp colony. The warm weather always entices wasps out from late spring and throughout summer, so this month we’ve created a handy guide to help you figure out if removing a wasp nest is necessary, as well as some other tips and info to help you better understand wasps. What does a wasp nest look like? A wasp nest will usually look like a brown…
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While it might seem like pests are attracted to us, in reality, these creatures are often simply looking for somewhere to call home. That means that if your business premises have been left unattended for long periods, it’s possible that you might find that some form of pest has tried to move in. This is clearly unpleasant for you, your employees and your customers and raises environmental health issues. This year, plenty of businesses have been getting back into the swing of things with restrictions lifting, so we’re here to give guidance on how to spot signs of pests when you…
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It’s been a tough 12 months for everyone, but with the end almost in sight, many businesses have been reopening – especially in the hospitality and event industry. This is great news for the economy, people and jobs, but also for everyone else able to get outside and enjoy their outdoor space. But with this new rush to get outdoors comes the need to think about creating a comfortable environment free from pests. As the days get warmer and longer, more pests will appear and make a nuisance for anyone sipping a pint at an outdoor pub or having a barbecue…
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Pests of any kind are a nightmare to live with, and while we’re sure you’d take the necessary steps if you discovered your own property was under siege from rats, mice, wasps or other invasive creatures, there is always the question of what you should do if your neighbour has pests? Not only does it create an environmental health issue if you see rats coming from a neighbours house, or neighbours’ rubbish attracting rats, but it also could spread to your property if left unchecked. A single rat or mouse passing through a garden isn’t worth too much worry, but when…
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The last thing you want when you wake up in the morning is to be confronted with a pest problem. Whether that’s the sound of rats and mice scurrying in your walls, a wasp nest in your garden, insects invading your kitchen or a bird which flies into your home and gets stuck, it’s a real nuisance. The tempting thing to do in this situation is to try and remedy the situation for yourself with DIY solutions. This is understandable given the distress which pests can cause, but at Pest Defence, we recommend you consider all your options first, as well…
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