Hello :
It's a little late but I hope you and your family had an
enjoyable, safe 4th. We
spent a few days at the Del Coronado in San Diego and had a great time
strolling around the local shops and taking in the hotel's amazing fireworks
display. Our three-year old daughter, Lexi, insisted on going to the beach and
yours truly was selected to accompany her into the water. Watching her was
really cute because she didn't like the seaweed in the ocean and avoided it
like the plague while gingerly wading in the surf. If you've never been there I highly recommend it for some
relaxation and cooooooler weather.
The Pesky Earwig: Seems like these critters, fondly known as Pincher Bugs, are everywhere these days and that's because of our humidity. But not to worry. They're harmless insects and pose absolutely no threat to humans and property except for being a real
annoyance. The Arizona earwig is dark brown with an elongated body and two
pincers at the rear of its abdomen that can reach 1.5 inches in length. It has
two sets of wings used only when necessary because crawling in dark, tight
spaces is their preferred mode of travel.
Humidity - Lifeblood of the Earwig: They reproduce through a redevelopment cycle
without a larvae stage and their babies look like tiny versions of the adult at
birth. Humidity is necessary for their life cycle to be completed and our
ever-increasing residential watering combined with Arizona's heat creates an
ideal environment in which these fellas thrive. Unfortunately their population
and habitats have significantly increased with the spread of residential communities in Arizona.
Their Eats: Earwigs are
most active in the evening, which is also when they eat. Their diet is organic
consisting primarily of plants, vegetables, fruits, other insects, but they
don't pass on dog and cat food when given the opportunity to chow down.
Controlling Earwigs:
The products we use in your monthly maintenance control these rascals to a
great extent. However, fact is their hard shell and waxy coating sometimes
impedes the pesticide from penetrating their body and they survive - so call us
with any concerns and we'll be there.
Self Help: While
we're a phone call away, you can take the same preventive action around your
home as with scorpions by removing litter, leaf and grass piles, and minimize
watering to reduce ground moisture. Likewise, being sure that there are no
entry points in your home's foundation, doors, windows, and vents will minimize
their unwelcome visits inside.
Referrals: I know -
same old same old with this guy and his referrals. But we all want to grow our
businesses and truthfully, you are my best source because your referral to a
friend is credible and won't be considered as marketing hype. Anyway, same
deal: $50 American Express gift
card for a new client who agrees to use our services for one year.
That's it for now.
Stay cool and hydrated.
Your business is appreciated and will never be taken for granted.
Sincerely,
