Pest profile HornetGeneral Description Hornets are large, social wasps belonging to the genus Vespa in the family Vespidae. They are distinguished from other wasps by their larger size, robust bodies, and their behavior of nesting in colonies. Hornets are known for...

Pest profile The WaspSize: 12-18 mmColour: Black and Yellow EXTERMINATION OF WASPS Wasps are not the kind of insects anyone wants to be around. These dangerous creatures can cause significant harm, and their potential for damage can be fatal. Unlike bees, which have...

Pest profile The Herring GullIdentification The Herring Gull is a large gull commonly found across North America and Europe. Key identification features include: Size: 55-66 cm (22-26 inches) in length with a wingspan of 125-155 cm (49-61 inches). Color: Adult birds...

Pest profile The Pharaoh antSize:Length: Adult ant is 1.5 mm Colour:Yellow or light brown to red Description: Pharaoh ants are tiny yellow or light brown ants commonly seen in homes, restaurants, hospitals, and other buildings. Pharaohs can quickly establish colonies...

Pest profile The STARLINGIdentification Common Name: European Starling Scientific Name: Sturnus vulgaris Appearance: Medium-sized songbird with a thick body, short tail and long, slender bill. Adults feature glossy black plumage with metallic sheen and white spots in...

Pest profile The GroundhogsGroundhogs, also known as whistle-pigs or woodchucks, are commonly found throughout Canada, with a significant presence in the Ottawa region. As members of the marmot family, these creatures are notorious for their burrowing habits, which...

Pest profile GooseCanada Goose (Branta canadensis) Size: Length: Up to 122 cm (48 inches) Males are generally larger than females. Coloration: Adult: Distinctive with a black head, neck, bill, and eyes, complemented by white cheek patches. The breast feathers are...

Pest profile SparrowsSize: 13-16 cm (5"-6.6") Color: Male: Black throat, white cheeks, chestnut neck, grey crown, and rump. Female: Streaked dull brown with dingy white underparts. Description:  House sparrows, commonly found across Ontario, are non-migratory birds...

Pest profile The BEEThe World of Bees and Wasps Dimensions ranging from 11 to 22 millimeters, hues of yellow, black, and brown—these are the distinctive marks of bees, wasps, and hornets. Unlike their docile cousins, honey bees, these insects boast formidable chewing...

Pest profile The Theif antCertainly! Thief ants, scientifically known as Solenopsis molesta, are small and highly adaptive ants belonging to the family Formicidae. Here's a profile on thief ants: Identification: Size: Very small, ranging from 1.5 to 2.2 mm in length....