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What You Need to Know About the Joro Spider
East Asian Native Spider Takes Over the Southeast
The East Asian native spider, also known as the Joro spider, is a new invasive species of Golden orb-web spiders that was first found in North Georgia in 2014. Since then, these creepy crawlers have taken over northern Georgia and western South Carolina by storm and are spreading rapidly. So, what do you need to know about them?
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With over 43,000 different kinds of spiders in the world, almost 3,000 of these magnificent eight legged arachnids live in the United States! You might be noticing more and more spiders coming out of the darkness… so why not learn some unknown facts about these creepy crawlers?
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There are several mosquito-borne diseases that homeowners should be aware of and take precautions to lower your families risk this spring and summer.
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Snakes are cold-blooded creatures, so this summer’s high temperatures allows them to be very active. Rain is also another factor that increases snake activity. Snakes are often seen during the day sunbathing and conserving their energy so they can hunt at night. Snakes like to hide under structures such as rocks, concrete slabs, fallen trees, wood piles, and cluttered areas. The main source of food for snakes are rats, mice, birds, frogs, lizards, and bugs, depending on the type of snake.
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You and your family’s health should be one of your top concerns because there are some pests that pose a threat this spring season. When people think of cockroaches, mice or rats, they don’t necessarily have the nicest thoughts about them, but they may not fully realize the repercussions they can have on their overall health. These pests are already a nuisance, so don’t let them destroy your health too by invading your home.
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