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Would You Like Flies With That?
How do you feel about government promoting eating insects as a protein source and not mentioning that bugs are part of the processed animal protein in your burger? That’s what a research project funded by the European Commission is touting as an alternative protein source. Backed by 3 million euros, and launched last fall by [...]
Learn To Know Your Enemy
Pest management professionals have a difficult job. They have to be able to find and identify hundreds of different pests and determine the best course of action for ridding their clients’ homes and businesses of the offenders. The species they have to deal with varies depending on where in the country they’re located. For instance, [...]
Do Bed Bugs Prefer Hairy Humans?
I’ve often wondered if the hairs on my arms and legs actually benefit me in any way, because they are certainly not providing any insulation against the bitter winds currently sweeping the UK. Researchers from Sheffield University have been exploring the theory that human hair may act as a detection system for parasites. If parasites [...]
Creature In My Christmas Tree
Further to Danusia’s Real Tree or Fake Tree blog I have always preferred a true tree though a coniferous caper last year almost swayed my decision towards purchasing faux pine this year. Last year I ordered a tree from the internet. I selected Scots Pine for its heady pine fragrance, pretty cones and all-round good Christmas [...]
Avoid Foreign Pests While Traveling