With its colour pattern resembling a bird dropping, the Bird Dropping Spider (Celaenia excavata) has been named as the master of camouflage. Sometimes, it is also called the Death’s Head spider because of its supposed resemblance to a skull. It is hard to mistake this spider with its large size, distinctive colour pattern and resting […]
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With over 12,000 species all over the world, ants are considered common insects that are especially prevalent in tropical forests. Not only that, they are also considered pests as they are usually present in places where they aren’t supposed to be in, bringing with them diseases, health risks as well as destruction to food and
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Rats and other rodents are notorious for transmitting over 35 diseases that affect both humans and pets all over the world by contaminating food and water with their hair, saliva, faeces and urine. Such diseases include salmonellosis, leptospirosis, plague and tularemia. These diseases can be passed on by: unsafe disposal and handling of infected dead
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Warmer weather signals the end of the snakes’ hibernation. They then come out of hiding in search of food or a mate, and more often than not, they end up in people’s houses or backyards. In Queensland, most especially, since the weather is warm and occasional floods happen, snakes are generally more rampant compared to
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Keeping your property cockroach free can still be a challenge for many homeowners. This is mostly because, in most cases, residents are not even aware that cockroaches are already sharing their space. Roaches are most active at night when everyone is fast asleep, so it is hard to tell when there is an infestation until
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Your kitchen cupboard should be one of the most sanitised areas of your home since it is where you’ll keep many of your ingredients, food and even ready-to-use food containers. But, for this very reason, your cupboard can also be vulnerable to unwanted visitors – such as cockroaches. Cockroaches that linger in your cupboard can
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When dealing with pest infestations in a property, the use of termiticides, physical and chemical barrier systems and baiting methods are a commonly effective way to get rid of pests. There are instances, however, when pests are hidden within walls and other areas that cannot be easily reached with the use of such treatments. And
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When it comes to eliminating pests, Defence Pest Management uses a diverse range of pest control solutions. Depending on the type of pests and degree of infestation, we can help you eradicate pests with the use of chemical barriers, baiting and liquid termiticides. For properties with severe infestations, another common approach for pest management is
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When spring season once again begins, so will the birds start to build their nests and invite the mites. Bird mites are among those pests whose population can rapidly grow. They can directly affect humans through their bites, which can lead to allergic reactions. When birds build their nest, along with it comes the mites,
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Cockroaches are definitely a nuisance in the house. Who would ever want to live with these pests inside their home? Being nocturnal creatures, you may not even see them until the skies are dark, but at first sight, you will just want to get rid of them. You might even be tempted to squish and smash
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