Cases of Lyme disease are on the rise! Scientists believe that this increase is due in part to the surge in population of the blacklegged tick or deer tick, a known vector of Lyme disease. The symptoms of Lyme disease include headache, fever, fatigue and an easily identifiable rash known as a bull’s eye rash.…
Pest control doesn’t just target frequent or common invaders such as spiders, cockroaches and ants, but occasional invaders as well. One species that falls under the occasional invader list is the Springtails. More often than not, these super small pests go unnoticed. Springtails become a particular problem during late spring and early summer. However, they…
With over 12,000 different ant species found in the world and nearly on a every continent, it is not unheard of for people to meet an ant in their lives. People are experienced with these little insects and can recall receiving a little pinch when they are too close to food, the nest, or the…
With the spring season rolling around, you may notice ground bees are starting to become active. These bees play a key role in pollination and should be treated with care. If you have never seen ground bees and don’t know how they behave, A-Tex Pest Management is here to talk about them and how to…
One pest that tends to be a real problem for homeowner in terms of damage is the termite. The termite is a very devastating pest to have an infestation of. They work in colonies that invade a home and will go undetected in many circumstances. The reason is due in part to what they use…
