table of contentsThe backgroundFavorite places in the gardenFrom egg to flyTake preventive actionFight blowfliesfrequently asked QuestionsIn Germany there are about 45 species of the Calliphoridae. Blowflies lay their eggs in our gardens, among other places. In their multitude, they then often become a nuisance.In a nutshellBlowflies find good places to lay their eggs in the gardenthey prefer intensely smelling, organic storage locationsan infestation is bothersome and harmful to healthPreven...
table of contentsA selection of shiny green beetlesTypes from A - GTypes of H - MTypes from O - Zfrequently asked QuestionsNature lovers enjoy the colorful butterflies, busy bees and fat bumblebees in the garden. If you look closely, you will discover a few green, shiny metallic beetles among the flower visitors. What types can that be?In a nutshellGreen, shiny beetles that occur in Central European regions often belong to the families of leaf beetles, scarab beetles, jewel beetles or ground ...
table of contentsAre millipedes poisonous?Are Centipedes Poisonous?ScolopenderbehaviorDanger situationHorror reports of poisonous millipedes and centipedes appear in the media with great regularity. It is also popularly rumored that animal bites can be fatal for humans. As a rule, however, there is little truth in such reports in this country. The millipedes are indeed poisonous, at least in theory, but they can hardly kill a healthy person. Quite apart from the fact that the dangerous specie...
table of contentsEvening peacock butterfly (Smerinthus ocellata)Bumble bee (Hemaris fuciformis)Pine hawk (Sphinx pinastri)Bedstraw hawk (Hyles gallii)Privet hawk (Sphinx ligustri)Linden Hawk (Mimas tiliae)Poplar Hawk (Laothoe populi)Scabiosa swarmers (Hemaris tityus)Pigeon tail (Macroglossum stellatarum)Spurge Hawk (Hyles euphorbiae)frequently asked QuestionsDon't be frightened if you spot a caterpillar with a stinger in the garden. In most cases it is a harmless caterpillar of the hawkmoth f...
table of contentsLavender against ticksPlants against ticksLavender oil against ticks1. people2. dogs3. Cats4: horsesTicks in the garden are a nuisance for humans and animals. In addition, the arachnids pose a health risk because they have diseases like the Early summer meningoencephalitis, also known by the abbreviation TBE, or Lyme borreliosis can transfer. Because of this, many people are looking for a way to drive away the pesky beasts. The use of lavender or lavender oil can help, but th...
table of contentsCultural follower of manGood breathing artistsCaution, flight alarmFast runaboutsAre bites harmful to your health?Vectors of diseaseSome just find them gross. Others, on the other hand, are directly afraid of cockroaches because the small crawfish might bite or sting. They are therefore not welcome guests in their own four walls. Everything is done to get rid of them quickly. But do they really pose a health risk for humans?Cultural follower of manCockroaches also called Comm...
table of contentsConifersDeciduous trees and shrubsGarden and wild herbsvegetablesFruit and wild fruitGrassesOther ways of conveying caterpillarsSupport butterfliesfrequently asked QuestionsCaterpillars are the larvae of butterflies. Each species has its own forage plant, although some are content with alternatives. It can even be used to encourage caterpillars in a small garden. We explain what caterpillars like to eat best.In a nutshellWild plants are particularly suitable as caterpillar fe...
table of contentsRecognize caterpillar speciesA small selection of butterfliesTypes from A - DTypes of E - LTypes from M - ZMothTypes from A - ETypes of G - OTypes from P - Zfrequently asked QuestionsButterflies in the garden put you in a good mood. It's hard to believe that they were once an inconspicuous caterpillar. But not every caterpillar is inconspicuous, but can be very noticeable thanks to its appearance.In a nutshellButterfly caterpillars are the larvae of day or night mothsIdentify...
table of contentsReliably identify bee nestsLegal basisResettling instead of killingRelocate beesSuitable nesting placesThe right approachWho can help?frequently asked QuestionsAlthough bees are popular and useful, they always settle where we don't want them, for example in the roller shutter box. You can find out how to get rid of a bee's nest here.In a nutshellMake sure they are actually beesProvide a new nesting facilityOnly carry out the relocation with suitable protective clothingThe col...
table of contentsSpecies native to GermanyBlood-red predatory ant (Formica sanguinea)Brown garden ant (Lasius brunneus)Yellow thief ant (Solenopsis fugax)Yellow meadow ant (Lasius flavus)Common lawn ant (Tetramorium caespitum)Red wood ant (Formica rufa)Black horse ant (Camponotus ligniperda)Black garden ant (Lasius niger)Introduced species of antsfrequently asked QuestionsWhether in the forest, in the meadow or in the garden: it crawls everywhere in summer and the ants move their streets. But...
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