Does Northern California Have Ticks?

Does Northern California Have Ticks? Dan Salkeld, a biology researcher at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, led a four-year study that found the ticks on beaches along much of Northern California, from Mendocino County down to Monterey County. Do ticks live in Northern California? This reddish-brown tick is found in most California counties, but

Does Orange Oil Kill Spiders?

Does Orange Oil Kill Spiders? Many commercial insecticides do more harm than good. Fortunately, there are several all-natural options for pest control. Orange oil is one of those options. Orange oil eliminates black widows — as well as other spider species — without polluting your home, lawn and garden. Does orange oil repel spiders? Spiders

Is The Spotted Orb-weaver Spider Poisonous?

Is The Spotted Orb-weaver Spider Poisonous? When the light catches them perched on their webs just right, spotted western orb weavers are one of the more beautiful spiders in North America. Although they’re not normally aggressive, they can bite. There’s no reason to worry, though — they’re not poisonous to humans. Are orb weaver spiders