Porcupines are known as large rodents with coats of sharp spines, or quills, that protect them against predation. It is also known that the term covers two families of animals: the Old World porcupines of family Hystricidae, and the New World porcupines of family Erethizontidae. On today’s episode of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host…
On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated pest control management expert Frank ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez explains how a beautiful brand new townhome can already be plagued by bugs. This brand new construction can already have ants, large roaches, spiders and silver fish. So how does this happen? First of all, it has…
This super bright dual fuel tactical flashlight is the perfect everyday carry light. It accepts a single lithium or alkaline battery, providing ultimate flexibility in the field to ensure professionals always have a beam when needed. On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife podcast, host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel reviews the PROTAC®…
Host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel reviews ‘Key Questions in Urban Pest Management’ By Partho Dhang on today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife podcast. This publication offers knowledge and training in this field vital for professional and trainee pest managers. It is specifically intended to provide an aid to such candidates. The book…
After briefly discussing Eric’s background and pathway to home inspection and pest control he moves onto discuss what exactly constitutes a home inspection. If you are considering a career in home inspection or regularly deal with home inspectors, this interview is for you. On today’s edition of The Pestgeek Podcast with integrated pest control specialist…
This landscape has been under our care for about 15 years. Much of the Ixoras look wonderful, however, there is another section where the problems are clearly visible. On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, we explain why some things are beyond our scope, we simply cannot solve the problem. On numerous occasions we are…
Before getting into the specificity of porcupine control in upcoming episodes, Stephen will address several biological issues as they relate to porcupine. On today’s episode of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel gives us a brief overview of porcupine biology. Porcupines are known as large rodents with coats of…
On today’s edition of the Pestgeek podcast, host and integrated pest control expert Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez discusses the importance of diligence even when no one seems to acknowledge your effort. The takeaway is how diligence can play a key role in helping you become the best and how this will open doors and help…
Having discussed the challenges of feral pig baiting within the last few weeks, on today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel welcomes guest wildlife biologist Lee Williamson (Texas Parks & Wildlife) who has extensive experience with the reduction of feral pig populations through mammal pesticides developed over…
If you are a pest control technician that wants to become a pest control operator or a solopreneur, this video is for you! On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated pest control management expert Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez gives us an update on changes he’s made on a personal level as well…