06 Oct 2023
A biting fly on human skin

The buzz on biting flies: Why do they choose us?

While we enjoy outdoor activities here in Florida, there are tiny tormentors that can put a damper on our fun. Their bites not only hurt, but often cause redness and itching. But have you ever wondered why biting flies seem to have a particular taste for humans? The biology of biting flies Biting flies – […]

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31 Oct 2018

No-See-Ums? Just What Are These Annoying and Biting Pests?

No-see-ums are another name for sand flies. They’re surprisingly high on the list of the most annoying biting pests because they’re small and hard to spot. You can have several of these biting pests annoying you before you realize it, and the bites don’t go away quickly. What’s the best way to keep sand flies […]

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22 Jul 2016

Keep Biting Flies from Becoming a Nuisance with These Tips

You know a pest is going to present a real problem to your outdoor living space when it has the term “biting” right there in its name, and biting flies are a little different. While many creatures are sometimes called biting flies, yellow biting files tend to be the biggest nuisance in Florida. How can […]

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