Natural Remedies for Bee Stings
If you’re a keen gardener or have small children that like to run around in the backyard, then chances are you, or one of them will get a bee sting at some point. As well as being immediately painful, the area can remain sore and tender for days if not treated immediately. Luckily there are lots of natural remedies you can apply to a sting to relieve the pain, and many of them are common household ingredients.
Insects are Conscious
A recent study has shown that insects may have a form of consciousness, developing intriguing insights into the world of insects and the history of biology.
Dog Friendly Holidays
Our dogs are part of the family so why leave them out of a fun holiday? Now, with plenty of pet-friendly hotels to choose from across Australia, you don’t have to. Knowing that your accommodation caters for dogs means you don’t have to worry about the expense of a kennel or the hassle of organising a pet-sitter. You’ll also know they won’t be at home pining for you.
Small But Dangerous Animals
Whether it’s their sting or their bite, despite their small size, these following creatures can be even more deadly than a large predator with very sharp teeth! The scariest thing about them is that because they’re so small, they can catch you unawares and then it’s too late.
How Black Widow Spiders Sneakily Deter Predators
Luckily for humans highly venomous spiders such as the Redback Spider (Australian) and Black Widow Spider (US) have antivenoms but unsuspecting insects may not be so fortunate. A recent study by Duke University in North Carolina has discovered these toxic spiders are able to fool some animals simply because their red- and-black telltale markings can’t be detected.
City Birds are Smarter than Country Birds
Anyone who’s tried to eat lunch in an urban park will be well aware of how bold city birds are when it comes to sneaking a bite, but now new research has confirmed it – living in the city can make you smarter and stronger, if you’re a bird anyway. The research undertaken by McGill University found that city birds have a bigger advantage over their country cousins regarding cognition, behaviour and physiology.
Termite Map
Termites are common all over Australia, but in some parts they are more prevalent than others. We take a look at the most common types of environments for termites and where they are mostly found in Australia.
All About the Blue-Banded Bee
The blue-banded bee is an extremely unique Australian native bee. We’ll tell you all about why this bee is important to the agriculture of our landscape.
Autumn Pest Control Tips
Autumn is here and with it the increased chance of pests entering your home to escape the cooler weather. Such pests you may encounter include mice, rats, ants, cockroaches, fleas, possums and birds. We take a look at some of the areas of your home that pests target and how you can prevent these uninvited guests.
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