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Bugs are coming out into the open as it warms up, but preventative pest control could help.
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The Sheriff's Office says that the black blister beetle found in the Sierra Valley is about half an inch long, narrow, and elongates and the covering over the wings is soft and flexible.
Entomology
If you are not a fan of bugs, you will not like this story. That is your warning. Sunday, a Damonte Ranch resident spotted an insect that is believed to have the second most painful sting in the world.
Warm weather often leads to opening the windows to cool off. It also means more bugs are out trying to get into your home.
With the temperature finally starting to heat up, we won’t be the only ones spending more time outside, it's about to be mosquito season, and Washoe County taking pro-active measures to limit the number of these pests.
Nevada Bugs and Butterflies is partnering with the Animal Ark to showcase creatures of all sizes.
With increased water in the area due to the frequent winter and spring storms that brought record-breaking precipitation into the area, the Washoe County Health District is anticipating increased mosquito activity this year.
With Halloween around the corner, did you know Nevada is home to 23 species of bats? Thousands of them fly around the Truckee Meadows each season. And while you may find them kind of creepy and scary, don't be afraid.
Our unusually warm weather is bringing out some of the area's six-legged creatures well ahead of schedule.