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Biology and Behavior of the German Cockroach

By: Ayako Wada-Katsumata, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

A publication covering the fundamentals of German cockroach biology and behavior, as well as their history alongside humans and health risks posed by infestation.

Clothes Moths and Carpet Beetles: Identifying and Controlling Fabric Pests

By: Sydney Crawley, Matt Bertone Household Pests

This publication describes common fabric pests, their habits, and what to do if you find an infestation of these pests and how to prevent damage.

Tips for Effective Ant Baiting

By: Patricia Alder, Michael Waldvogel, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note offers tips for baiting ants in an around homes.

Blow Fly Biology & Management

By: Ezra Bailey, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This publication covers the basic biology, behavior, prevention, and management of blow flies in North Carolina.

German Cockroach Surveillance and Management

By: Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This factsheet provides an overview of German cockroach management, the do’s and don’ts, and the information needed to consult and hire a professional pest management company

Fungus Gnats Indoors

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Sydney Crawley, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note provides information on the identification and control of fungus gnats in the household.

Surveillance and Management of Common Structure-Invading Rats

By: Christopher Hayes, Patricia Alder Household Pests

A factsheet covering best practices for rat surveillance, conducive conditions, mechanical management, and chemical management strategies.

Earwigs

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note offers information on how to identify and control earwigs in the household.

Surveillance and Management of Common Structure-Invading Mice

By: Christopher Hayes, Patricia Alder Household Pests

A factsheet covering signs of infestation, surveillance, mechanical management, exclusion, and chemical management for structure-invading mice.

Kudzu Bugs - A Nuisance and Agricultural Pest

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note describes the identification, biology, behavior and control of the kudzu bug.

Camel Crickets

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder | Entomology & Plant Pathology Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note describes how to control camel crickets if they become an indoor pest.

Silverfish and Firebrats

By: Michael Waldvogel, Patricia Alder, Christopher Hayes Household Pests

This Entomology Insect Note describes the biology, behavior and management of silverfish infestations.