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The 5 Coolest and Rarest British Insects You Can Encounter This Summer

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Our island is home to some of the most amazing yet often overlooked creatures on the planet. There are over 24,000 species in the UK alone, making them one of the most diverse and ecologically important groups. This summer, keep your eyes open for th ... Read More

The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Arrived in the UK

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) has appeared in the UK, and it was first spotted in the garden areas of the Natural History Museum in London.  The foul-smelling marmorated stink bug is named after its scent glands. These cause it ... Read More

How to Spot a False Widow Spider

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We often encounter unwanted eight-legged guests in our homes. But across the UK, there is one specific type of spider we are particularly interested in. The false widow spiders form a group of similar-looking species (Steatoda nobilis, Steatoda gross ... Read More

Homemade Rat Poison vs Commercial Rodenticides

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One of the most repellent things to any homeowner is the sight of a rat in their home. If there is one, there are probably more and the situation could easily turn into a health hazard. Before an infestation can happen, every homeowner should know wh ... Read More

All You Need to Know About Flying Ants

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Every summer, millions of flying ants swarm around the UK. This is a fascinating phenomenon that occurs when young queens leave the nest to start their colonies. Flying ants are simply the common ants we know but just… with wings. They’re ... Read More

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