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- CockroachesWhat are cockroaches? Cockroaches are insects of the Dictyoptera family and are related to the praying mantis. There are many and varied species of cockroach throughout the world but here in the UK, you are most likely to see one of two: the Oriental cockroach and the German cockroach. Oriental Cockroach The Oriental cockroach is dark reddish-brown ...
- Rabbit ControlWhy are Rabbits a problem? The rabbit is found across almost all of Western Europe and is thought to have been introduced to Britain by the Normans (though there are some indications that it could have been introduced as early as Roman times!) Rabbits can grow to around 40cm in length and are distinguished from ...
- FleasFleas are parasitic insects 2-3 mm in length and mostly shiny brown in colour. They have a thin flattened body and large hinge legs that allow them to jump onto passing hosts. There are various species of flea, usually named after the host on which they are found, so dog fleas are found on dogs, ...
- AntsControlling Ants when they become pests Of the many and varied species of ant that exist in the world, the ones that you’re most likely to find in the UK are garden ants, pharaoh’s ants and ghost ants. Garden Ants Also known as common ants or black ants, these are the most commonly found type of ant in ...
- Pigeon ControlLondon’s pigeon population is part and parcel of life in the city, but despite being more conspicuous than their rodent and insect counterparts, pigeons are still pests, capable of causing all sorts of problems for those working and in urban centres. The feral pigeon is a descendant of the coastal Rock Dove, and over time, it ...
- Bed BugsDon’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite! Bedbugs are reddish-brown, oval, flattish insects that are 4-5mm long and 1.5-3mm wide before feeding. Once they’ve fed the engorged adults tend to be swollen and red. Bedbugs are parasitic bloodsucking insects and their preferred hosts are humans, though they will settle for many other warm blooded animals. The parasites ...
- Baby Squirrel lost from DrayThis baby squirrel in Shepherds Bush on Wednesday is lost from it’s drey, if you see a baby squirrel like this, try to spot where it goes back to, if it goes into your roof space you may have a problem. The summers baby squirrels are appearing now, keep an eye out for little heads appearing ...
- DeerA magnificent Red stag, one of two native deer species in the UK Deer Control Deer are a brilliant and beautiful addition to the wildlife of the UK countryside. They feed on plants, flowers, trees and shrubs and this browsing plays an important part in increasing biodiversity in woodland eco-systems. While it is thought that around two ...
- Cheeky FoxesEver noticed that your local foxes are getting less and less afraid, and will watch you from a few metres without running away? These cheeky beggers have an abundant food source in the form of the waste that we leave outside our homes, and they may even be literally handed food on a plate if ...
- We found evidence of rats excavating under a homeWe were asked by a landlady to investigate rodents in a flat she owned. We did a survey of the property and identified an area under cupboards vulnerable to a rat infestation. We reported to the owner and left (see picture). Three days later we received a phone call that something had happened and could we ...