Springtails (Collembola) in South Carolina: Identification and Management
Springtails live in moist soil, leaf litter, and other habitats. Learn when they affect plants, why they enter homes, and how to reduce them.
Author: Eric P. Benson
Daddy Longlegs
Daddy longlegs are beneficial harvestmen, not true spiders. Learn identification, habits, myths, and management tips for South Carolina.
Moth Flies (Drain Flies): Identification, Life Cycle & Control
Moth flies, also called drain flies, are common nuisance pests. Learn where they breed and how to eliminate infestations effectively.
Sowbugs & Pillbugs
Sowbugs and pillbugs are beneficial decomposers but can occasionally become pests in gardens and homes. Learn identification and control tips.
Mud Daubers: Identification, Habits, and Control
Discover the habits, identification tips, and control methods for mud daubers, including safe prevention and removal strategies.
Centipedes
Centipedes are fast-moving creatures that can be a nuisance indoors. This guide covers some of the different types of centipedes, their behavior, how to identify them, and effective strategies for controlling them, both naturally and with pesticides.
Millipedes
Learn how to identify and control millipede infestations.
Earwigs
Learn how to manage these nocturnal insects and prevent damage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Termite bond + Formosan subterranean termites
“I’ve received a letter from my pest control company about my home’s termite bond for Formosan subterranean termites, Coptotermes formosanus. What do I do?” According to Dr. Eric Benson’s blog on...
Formosan Termites Increase Distribution in SC
Over the last few years, Formosan subterranean termites have increased their distribution in South Carolina. Where Are They, And What Should I Know About Them? There are eight species of termites in...
Carpenter Bee Survey
Spring is here and so are the carpenter bees. Carpenter bees are very active from early spring through summer around houses and other wooden structures. These insects earn their name because they...
Stag Beetles
Few insects can grab your attention like a giant stag beetle. Stag beetles are in the insect family Lucanidae. Both females and males of many Lucanid species are impressively big, but the males,...