Facts & InformationWhat are Rodents?Rodents are small, warm-blooded mammals that can be found throughout Wisconsin. They have sharp front teeth for gnawing and are capable of squeezing themselves into the tiniest of holes. The two most common rodents to find in a property are mice and rats. Rodent species come…
Facts & InformationWhat are Ticks?Ticks are small parasitic arachnids that feed on the blood of warm-blooded hosts. They are reddish-brown in color and have a flat, oval-shaped body. Ticks are also wingless and the size of a sunflower seed (3 to 6 millimeters in length). These bloodsucking pests feed on…
Facts & InformationWhat are Mosquitoes?There are more than 3,000 species of mosquitoes found throughout the world. Mosquitoes are flying insects with one pair of wings, long thin legs, and elongated mouthparts. These nuisance pests typically emerge at dawn and dusk to feed. Male mosquitoes only feed on nectar like other…
Facts & InformationWhat are Bed Bugs?Bed bugs are small parasitic insects that feed on the blood of warm-blooded hosts. They are reddish-brown in color and have a flat, oval-shaped body. Bed bugs are also wingless and the size of an apple seed (3 to 5 millimeters in length). These nocturnal…
Facts & InformationWhat are Fleas?Fleas are tiny, wingless parasites that feed on the blood of warm-blooded animals. While pet owners are primarily at risk for flea infestations, fleas can also be brought onto a property via wild animals like rabbits, squirrels, and raccoons. These blood-sucking pests are reddish-brown in color,…
