Pests You May Encounter

Articles about British wildlife that can become household or garden nuisances. Topics include identifying different species and understanding their behaviour patterns.

Ant Invasion: Dealing with Ants

Black ants and Pharaoh ants are the main pest problem in the UK, but they're fairly easy to control once you understand how they work.

Bats in Britain

All seventeen bat species in Britain are legally protected due to dramatic population declines, with misconceptions about them being surprisingly common.

Bed Bugs and How to Deal with Them

Bed bugs are infesting homes worldwide at alarming rates, here's what you need to know about them and how to get rid of them.

Bees and Wasps

Bees and wasps look similar but behave very differently, and while both are generally harmless, they'll turn aggressive if their nests get disturbed.

Beetles and Cockroaches

Beetles are mostly harmless, but some wood-boring types like furniture beetles and death watch beetles can seriously damage your home's timber.

Can You Spot the Signs of Pests?

Common household and garden pests leave telltale signs, this quiz helps you identify mice, rats, fleas, clubroot and other problems before they get worse.

Earwigs, Cockchafers and Other Occasional Invaders

Most household insects like earwigs and cockchafers are harmless nuisances you can control with simple methods.

Eelworms and How to Tackle Them

Microscopic eelworms damage many garden plants but you can control them with prevention and good management practices.

Effective Pest Control for Moths and Gnats

Stop moths and gnats from taking over your home with practical prevention methods and control tips that actually work.

Flies: Houseflies and Bluebottles

Houseflies and bluebottles are summer pests with different breeding habits and appearance, here's how to tell them apart.

Grey Squirrels

Grey squirrels were brought to Britain from America and now cause serious damage to forests, homes and gardens despite being entertaining to watch.

Head, Body and Pubic Lice Explained

Three types of lice affect humans: head, body and pubic lice, how they spread and what you need to know about treating them.

How to Deter Moles from Your Garden

Stop moles tunneling through your garden with proven deterrents and practical methods that actually work.

How to Tackle Booklice

Get rid of booklice with simple practical steps that don't involve risky pesticides around your food.

Problems with Feral Pigeons

Feral pigeons damage buildings, spread disease and create safety hazards through their droppings and nesting habits.

Rats and Mice

Rats and mice spread disease, damage homes and multiply fast, but simple prevention steps can stop infestations before they start.

Snails and Slugs

Protect your garden from slugs and snails with practical barriers and methods that work together to save your plants.

Store Cupboard Pests

Common store cupboard pests like biscuit beetles and grain weevils can infest your food, here's what you need to know about them.

Treating and Preventing Fleas

Get rid of fleas and keep them from coming back with an effective two-part approach targeting both your pet and your home.

Urban Foxes: How to Minimise Their Visits

Stop foxes visiting your garden by removing what attracts them and securing your outdoor space.