Insect & Spider Identification, DIY Home and Garden Pest Control, Safe and Eco-Friendly Pesticide Use

'Bugs is about the insects, spiders, mites and other related arthropods found around homes and gardens.

Our belief is that most of these critters can be safely ignored because they pose very little threat to you or your home. A very few pest species (see menu left), however, might require your attention and our aim is to help you tell which are which.

I am a retired university entomologist with over 20 years of experience in extension, agricultural research, and teaching (see About Us).

In the menus to the left and below you'll find information about identifying home & garden insects and spiders, selecting the best pest control approach when one is needed and how to safely use pesticides (see the Complete Index). We emphasize education in the belief that if you are better informed, you'll make wiser decisions.