Introducing Beneficial Insects to Battle Pest Invaders

Beneficial insects are natural predators of the other insects, homeowners and property managers consider to be pests; because they inflict damage on homes and property. For example, a beneficial insect and natural predator of spiders and termites, is the Assassin bug. This remarkable insect provides an effective and natural termite and spider control alternative; to traditional pest control methods.

Although live specimens and eggs of beneficial insects are widely available, providing a favorable environment that uses the appropriate plants to provide cover, will attract most of these natural predators naturally. By taking the time to create a supportive environment, that includes plants found in the Apiaceae and Asteraceae families, and actively encouraging ongoing the growth and development of beneficial insects; homeowners can dispatch their own staff of natural pest control workers.

3 Natural Pest Control Methods to Battle an Ant Invasion

An ant invasion can cause serious damage to a home and property. In order to deter an invasion, homeowners and property managers must remove all sources of attraction for these pests. For example, keep counter tops and tables free of crumbs, and sticky juice spots. Cover the sugar container and (if applicable) place your honey jar in a plastic bag. Eliminate all sources of water, such as dripping faucets, or dirty dishes left to soak overnight; in the kitchen sink.

If ant pests have already invaded your home, trace the ant column back to the point of entry. In a small line, place any of the following items at the entrance area: cayenne pepper, citrus oil (can be soaked into a piece of string), lemon juice, cinnamon or coffee grounds. Then, watch in amazement, as the ants will not cross the line.

In the areas of your home that are experiencing the most ant activity, place a small, low wattage light on for a few nights . It has been suggested that the change in light, will disrupt and further discourage the ant's foraging patterns.

In any case, prevention is the best method of pest control, for concerned homeowners and property managers. Once ants have infested a home, structure or dwelling, it becomes a difficult task for homeowners to address. As such, many victims of a serious ant invasion, will seek the advice of pest control professionals; to effectively eliminate the pest problem.

Remarkable Natural Pest Control Method Uses Assassin Bugs

Some Assassin Bug species, such as those dubbed the “Termite Eaters”, can be highly beneficial to humans. Utilizing a hunting technique known as “aggressive mimicry”, these cunning pest-killers use dead termites; to deceive live ones into approaching.

Using a similarly deceptive method, the Assassin Bug will "pluck-away" at a spider’s web; to mimic the movements of exhausted, stuck prey. When the spider casually approaches to investigate, the Assassin Bug will “tap" the spider a few times; then move into position and attack.

This natural pest control method of controlling spiders and termites, makes the Assassin Bug an interesting, handy and natural alternative; to traditional pest control solutions.

4 Do-it-Yourself Natural Pest Control Methods

Although pesticides and chemicals are still commonly used in pest control treatments today, the long-term health and ecological effects of these strategies has led to concern; and the urgency to develop natural pest control solutions.

If you are a home owner, in search of natural pest control methods to prevent an invasion of pests; consider these 4 natural pest control strategies:

1. Eliminate all possible sources of food- pet food, fallen fruit, etc.
2. Remove items that provide shelter- yard debris, trash, construction waste, etc.
3. Encourage or introduce natural predators- A family of owls, can eat approximately 3000 rodents; in one breeding season.
4. Use metal, concrete, or copper mesh wool to secure openings that are a 1/2 an inch or larger, to deter rodent pests from entering the home.

The goal of a natural pest control strategy, should be to eliminate pest invaders from within the home, with minimal damage or harmful effects; to the ecological balance of the environment.

The Basic Concept of Green Pest Control

Geckos, frogs, birds, lizards, and spiders prey on pests, and are a valuable part of nature’s pest control system. As such, natural pest control products and strategies, should strive to protect birds, lizards, and other non targeted creatures; from the effects of treatment.

Birds are possibly the most important natural enemy of common pests. Given the opportunity, nearly all large native birds, will happily feed on a generous supply of bugs and insects. For example, chickens will readily consume an extraordinary number of common pest problems; like scorpions and crickets.

As such, the idea behind a "green" or natural pest control solution, is to effectively control pests; by first preventing them from entering a home or structure. The goal of the pest control strategy is not to kill all bugs. There is much value in maintaining the balance of nature, and keeping insects outdoors, to provide reptiles, invertebrates, fowls, and other natural predators; with a generous food supply.