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My knowledge is in the areas of structural insect or rodent pest problems. I do not know enough about lawn and garden pests to be of any help there...
I've retired from the pest control industry in Central Florida. I spent 15 years in all areas of the industry (sales, night technician, integrated pest management specialist, service manager, and branch manager for both National and local companies.
Former member of the Florida Pest Management Association's Board of Directors (Region IV)
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Dear Patricia, Sounds like some kind of larvae (immature life stage of certain insects.) A good idea would be to seal the edge of the shower ledge - that would keep the water out of that area. Another
Dear Nyree, If you think they are getting in through an air vent - then tape some paper over the vent to see if they still get inside. Also, you might want to inspect the exterior of the structure to
Dear Stephanie, Since each female lays between 100-400 eggs, and it takes the larvae anywhere from about 2 weeks to almost a year to become adults, it is entirely possible that these adults you're seeing
Dear Tim, I'd tell them what I found and where. Then mention that the attic access is from that room also. That should be enough for them to take the initiative to check the attic. If not, don't let
Dear Kelley, The thing about Indianmeal moths is that adults lay their eggs in/on the larval food material. When the larva is ready to pupate, it moves AWAY from the infested food material. So, I'd
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