table of contentsCaterpillarsTypes from A - DTypes of E - GTypes of M - S Types from T - Zfrequently asked QuestionsCaterpillars become fascinating butterflies. It is worth looking at them carefully. Many caterpillars have brightly colored patterns, some are noticeably hairy. We present 12 domestic caterpillars with hair.In a nutshellHairy caterpillar is usually the larva of a butterflyColors to protect against predators are often perfectly adapted to the environmentbright colors signal dange...
table of contentsReasons for removalWhere do wasp nests hang?preventiontimePrivacy screenOdors against waspsNatural cornersWork on the lawnFallingsmokeRelocatefrequently asked QuestionsRemoving a wasp's nest yourself is only possible under the right conditions. However, a solution that is gentle can be found through home remedies and other measures.In a nutshellKeeping sufficient distance from wasp nests is crucialRemoval is only possible under certain conditions and with prior applicationthe...
table of contentsWhat are ichneumon wasps?way of lifeUse as a pest controllerUse parasitic wasps correctlyAre ichneumon wasps dangerous?Disadvantages of the parasitic wasp usefrequently asked QuestionsIchneumon wasps are natural pest control agents that can be used in organic gardens. Since these appear to be wasps, there are reservations about them. But can the animals really sting?In a nutshellIchneumon wasps are not wasps in the strict sense of the wordparasitize on many pests in the veget...
table of contentsExtremely different looksTypes from A - FSpecies with GSpecies with HTypes from I - RTypes with STypes from T - Zfrequently asked QuestionsAt the sight of a spider, opinions can differ. Some people are just disgusted, others are fascinated. There are many species of spiders. Below is a small list of local spiders.In a nutshellcorrect name weaving spiders (Araneae)very different in appearancethere are around 1,000 domestic spiders in GermanyBig angle spider one of the largest ...
table of contentsLifespan of adult mosquitoesEggs and larvaefrequently asked QuestionsSitting on the terrace on a mild summer evening and listening to the chirping of the crickets could be so nice - if it weren't for the common mosquito (Culex pipiens). Fortunately, the pesky mosquitoes don't get very old.In a nutshellLifespan of female mosquitoes: approx. six weeksMales only up to ten daysDuration of development from egg to hatchable pupa: approx. 20 daysEggs and larvae survive times with un...
table of contentsTypes from A - DTypes of E - GTypes of H - OTypes of P - RTypes from S - Zfrequently asked QuestionsIn May you can encounter numerous caterpillars preparing for the next phase of their lives. Overall, you canEncounter 20 species in Central Europe that are often in search of food in the last month of spring.In a nutshellmost of the caterpillars are butterfly larvaethey can be clearly recognized by their size, color and drawingfinal size is only reached after several skinseach ...
table of contentsTicksKill in the houseMechanical methodsWith liquidsTicks in the gardenfrequently asked QuestionsSince ticks can transmit various diseases, the bloodsuckers must be removed from the body. After that, however, it is not enough to simply dispose of the arachnids; you have to kill them beforehand.In a nutshellAvoid contact with the tick, its eggs and secretions (disease transmission)Never dispose of ticks alivealso lurk in your own gardenpreventive measure: unattractive for tick...
table of contentsScarab beetle (Scarabaeidae)Longhorn beetle (Cerambycidae)Kurzflügler (Staphylinidae)Ground beetle (Carabidae)Dung beetle (Geotrupidae)Click beetles (Elateridae)Schröter (Lucanidae)Black beetle (Tenebrionidae)frequently asked QuestionsA black beetle often goes unnoticed by its color. The situation is different with large beetles. There are various species of black beetles in the house and garden that are not only useful.In a nutshellamong the longhorn beetles there are many b...
table of contentsLonghorn beetle (Cerambycidae)Kurzflügler (Staphylinidae)Ground beetle (Carabidae)Schröter (Lucanidae)Stutz beetle (Histeridae)frequently asked QuestionsBeetles colonize almost all habitats and usually en masse. These include black beetles with pincers. We present 10 native species to you here.In a nutshellblack beetles with pincers come from the longhorn beetles, raven beetles, ground beetles, Schröter and stutz beetlescan be up to two inches longhave a round-oval, elongated...
table of contentsButterfliesTypes from A - JTypes from K - ZHygiene pestsStorage pestsOther insectsfrequently asked QuestionsMost insects are determined by shape, color and size. Once they have hatched, however, it is usually too late to act in the case of pests. It is therefore worthwhile to be able to determine the insect eggs.In a nutshellFor better camouflage, insect eggs usually match the preferred storage location in terms of colorInsect species can only be distinguished with difficulty...
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