Ants, Termites, and Other Pests
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This publication discusses how to protect yourself and the areas around your home from ticks. It also includes information on common tick-borne diseases, such as Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme disease.
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This publication contains descriptions and images, as well as methods of control, for common stinging and biting pests found in Georgia, including: bees, wasps, hornets, fire ants, scorpions, caterpillars, spiders, chiggers and flies.
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An introduction to and information on the biology, damage, and management of aphids in the ornamental landscape.
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The Tawny crazy ant is a highly invasive species from South America. It was introduced into port cities in Florida and Texas. It was detected in Albany, GA, in August 2013 and in Camden and Glynn counties in Georgia in August 2014. The ant somewhat resembles the invasive Argentine ant. This circular is meant to help homeowners and pest management professionals identify the Tawny crazy ant and differentiate it from the Argentine ant (also known as ‘sugar ants’).
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Although rare, Formosan subterranean termite infestations have been found in Georgia. Formosan termites are not native to the U.S. They are commonly spread by movement of infested railroad crossties used in the construction of retaining walls and other landscape features.
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Argentine Ants
Argentine ant infestations are often more common during uncommonly hot, dry summers. Warm temperatures accelerate and promote colony growth, and may lead to larger than normal ant populations.
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Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants are perhaps the largest of the pest ants likely to be encountered by homeowners and pest management professionals. This publication has several measures to help prevent problems with carpenter ants.
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While most of us are familiar with common poisonous plants that cause
dermatitis (skin irritations) such as poison ivy or poison oak, we fail to
recognize common ornamental plants in the landscape that may cause internal
poisoning when ingested. Although most adults would not intentionally eat the leaves
or fruit of ornamental plants in the landscape, young children or pets sometimes do.
The purpose of this publication is to familiarize you with some of the common landscape
plants known to have poisonous properties when ingested. You may be surprised to learn just
how many of our common plants, such as azaleas, hydrangeas, boxwood and English ivy, are
known to have poisonous properties.|
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Every year, wildlife causes millions of dollars of damage in Georgia. Losses may be economic (like damage to crops) or aesthetic (for example, damage to landscapes or golf courses) and can range from physical damage to vehicles or equipment to public health issues like water pollution and disease transfer to humans, pets or livestock. However, not everyone needs to undertake a wildlife damage control program. This publication provides recommendations for repelling damage-causing wildlife.
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