Cats vs. Rats – Can Cats Prevent Norway Rat Infestations?
We all know that cats and rats hate each other, but just how far does this animosity go, and can a cat keep rats out of the home? Let’s find out. How cats deter rat infestations Even a lazy cat is good at keeping rats out of the home. This is because cats release...
Can Ants Carry Diseases?
While most ants may seem harmless, there is a species out there that can carry diseases. The pharaoh ant is a small, light colored ant that is very resilient and is known to carry and spread a wide variety of diseases including E. Coli and Salmonella. On top of that,...
How Wasps Benefit The Ecosystem
Whenever we look at pests and parasites, we will often ask: “What’s the point of this creature?” We look at a tick, cockroach, or a wasp, and we have a hard time coming up with an answer. Well, it turns out that pretty much all of them can be beneficial in certain...
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