Citronella is definitely one of the most popular ingredients used for repelling mosquitoes and other annoying and biting insects. Citronella is so good at doing this because it masks our bodies with a unique aroma which these insects can’t stand. And, it doesn’t harm us at all considering its repellent […]
15 years after beekeepers’ first reports of bee mass die-offs, it’s still common for the average beekeeper to lose 13 of his hive yearly. And, it’s even worse for wild bees, with many species being on the list of endangered. One of the main culprits for bee decline is the […]
Bees are pivotal for the environment and are busy working to pollinate a lot of plants. Without them, the eco system would crash. This is why it’s important to welcome them in your garden-they’re actually doing you a favor. And, why not help your important guests and offer them some […]
When you spot a tiny and friendly-looking lady bug on your shoulder or arm, you immediately think ‘oh, how lovely’. Seeing a ladybug is a sign of good fortune in many places worldwide. However, in reality, this may not be a ladybug at all, but rather a tree-living and multicolored […]
While mowing her lawn, this woman was in shock when she saw a huge black spider in the grass with hundreds of babies clinging to its back. The woman, Jo Forbes, immediately took photos of the spider and then shared in a Facebook group, Australian Spider Identification, to learn more. […]
This beekeeper was filmed transporting a whole colony of bees, with the queen in his fist and thousands of other bees swarming on his arm. The worker from the Dominican Republic is seen seemingly unbothered and casually walking down the street, like he didn’t have thousands of insects on his […]
The Greta oto or the glasswing butterfly may be the most stunning bug you’ve ever seen. Its sensitive wings have a mixture of orange and white color, similar to the ones of the monarch butterfly. The remaining of its fancy wings have flawless clear panes that look like they’re windows. […]
Tired of seeing spiders in your home behaving like it’s theirs?! You’ve tried every chemical, but nothing works?-Don’t worry-there are helpful natural methods to get rid of these insects without having to spend too much. When you place these things in your home, they will get repelled by them and […]
Fly and mosquito season can be a real disaster and destroy our nights in the garden or porch, don’t you agree? But, things can be easier with the right repellents-one of the most effective ones is definitely citronella and lemongrass has plenty of it. This fragrant component has a strong, […]
Ticks can definitely suck all of the fun out of an enjoyable morning walk by the creek or beach. In addition to being quite annoying, ticks are also transmitters of serious diseases such as the Rocky Mountain spotted fever or Lyme disease. The question that ensues is of course, is […]