Beetles

While most beetles look harmless this is not the case for all beetle.  This is not the case for wood boring beetles such as powderpost beetles.   Powderpost beetles can cause … Read more

How did the brown stink bug get its name? The brown stink bug was named for its brown hues and for the foul odor it produces when threatened. The smell … Read more

What is a tiger beetle? Tiger beetles are a group of beetles known for their slender legs, bulging eyes, and threatening looking jaws. There are over 2,600 species of this … Read more

Carpet Beetles may seem harmless and even cute at times, but these insects should not be taken lightly. Without proper inspection and elimination, these insects can cause serious damage.  Unfortunately, … Read more

The devil’s coach-horse beetle, Ocypus olens, are found cross Europe and North America. They are a type of rove beetle. How did the devil’s coach horse beetle get its name? … Read more

The Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus, is found across central Africa. It is a type of scarab beetle. Are Goliath beetles heavy? They are one of the heaviest beetles. Goliath Beetles … Read more

The Titan beetle, Titanus giganteus, is found is the South American rainforest. It is a type of longhorn beetle. Are titan beetles big? They are one of the largest beetles. … Read more

The wasp beetle, Clytus arietis, is found in Northern Europe. They are a type of longhorn beetle. How did the wasp beetle get its name? The Wasp Beetles get their … Read more