W L C R H F A Q O P N T G B O S E E D E P I T N E C D T K L H D F G H A Q J K A B J H K R T B S E H C A O R V H B G G T O R L K J S A P G A B H S Z M M D W K T A E R Q G W R F B G H P C O I N F T R X D F H J K L I D E T D Y Q C R E W B E E T L E E F R X V F T S S D F G Y T R H F C B G I Y I O L K M R A B G F N K M O S Q U I T O N N V G A L R D S X C B H R T Q G R Y B E A R W I G R H S U B T U M T F M N J H E Y P I A U J E N T O M O L O G I S T I T G D F G T R E W U D S S N R A M I L L I P E D E A M J E W G F U I O N B E R M G H E H S I F R E V L I S K T B G S R E F G H N J F V C F W Z A J T L B E D B U G L W A A X X C I B E P U R F O Y S N S H J E K J E T D C V T R H J P T S T G H S A S E R T Y R T M N B V C X D A R E H R G H J K Y T R E W E M D H O R N E T S G U B L L I P K Z X V O I L K D S G F T F L S W R T Y U K J M N V E G J R T Y I C R I C K E T S T M C D D S W E G T Y U I O L Can you find the following words in the jumbled mess you see above??? CENTIPEDE CLOVERMITES MOSQUITO CRICKETS CARPENTER ANTS BEDBUG PILLBUGS MILLIPEDE MOTHS HORNETS ENTOMOLOGIST FLEAS FLIES BATS SPIDERS SILVERFISH EARWIG WASP

`` If you are bitten by one of these spiders you need to let an adult know IMMEDIATELY. The Black Widow Spider is shiny black with a spherical abdomen. There are red markings under and on abdomen. The Brown Recluse Spider is recognized by the fiddle-shaped mark on top of head; also has 6 eyes arranged in three pairs. SNAKES There are six poisonous snakes found in North Carolina: 1) Copperhead The Copperhead is a heavy-bodied snake. They range from 24 and 36 in. (61-91) in length and they are covered in hourglass shaped crossbands on a brown or grayish background. Crossbands may be copper, pinkish, reddish brown, or orange. Young copperheads have bright yellow tails. 2) Canebrake (Timber) Rattlesnake - Timber Rattlesnakes range in size between 3 and 5 ft. (.91-1.52 m) with males attaining greater sizes than females. The coloration of this species is blackish, yellowish, pinkish, or grayish with dark, bent, cross bands aligned along the dorsal length of its body. A reddish dorsal stripe runs between the crossbands and it has a black tail. The Timber Rattlesnake used to be divided into two distinct subspecies: Timber Rattlesnake and Canebrake Rattlesnake. The "Timber Rattlesnake" inhabits the Mountains and it does not have a middorsal stripe. The "Canebrake Rattlesnake" lives in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont. Canebrakes have more dark markings and they usually have a middorsal stripe. 3) Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake The Eastern Diamondback is the largest species of rattlesnake in the world. It is a heavy-bodied snake that reaches lengths of 3 to 7 feet (91-213 cm). A series of large brown or black diamonds outlined with cream colored scales run down its back. Additionally, diamondbacks have two light lines running along its face and two light lines aligned vertically on its snout, giving them a "masked" appearance. The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake has a large rattle on the tip of its tail that makes a loud buzzing when the snake feels threatened. 4) Pygmy Rattlesnake - These are small, slender rattlesnakes that only reaches lengths between 15 and 21 in. Their coloration ranges from gray to reddish and they have a row of dark blotches along the middle of their back. Usually a reddish stripe also runs along the middle of the back. A row of spots is present on the ventrolateral sides of the snakes. This snake has a very small rattle and its buzzing can only be heard from a few feet away. 5) Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin - Cottonmouths are large heavy-bodied snakes that reach lengths between 30 and 48 in. (91-122 cm). Like other pit-vipers, they have broad heads and vertical pupils. Younger individuals often have a dark stripe on their face. Coloration ranges from yellowish-olive to dark brown or black, often with darker crossbands. Adults may become uniformly dark colored. 6) Coral Snake - Coral Snakes range between 22 and 47 in. (46-119 cm) in length. It is encircled by wide red and black bands with a yellow stripe between these bands. The snout is blunt and its head is covered with a black band. Several nonvenomous snakes mimic the Coral Snake. It can be distinguished from these other snakes by the fact that its red band is directly against the yellow stripe. No other snake in North America resembling the Coral Snake has a red band located directly next to a yellow stripe. (All Snake Information provided above as well as the snake pictures shown in this book can be found at http://www.herpsofnc.org/herpcons.html. Author of site: J.D. Willson) IF YOU ARE BITTEN BY A SNAKE, TELL AN ADULT IMMEDIATELY AND HAVE THEM CALL 911 or Carolinas Poison Center at 1-800-848-6946.

9 8 2 1 3 5 4 10 11 7 6 USE THE INFORMATION YOU JUST LEARNED ABOUT DANGEROUS SPIDERS AND SNAKES TO COMPLETE THE CROSSWORD PUZZLE ABOVE. 1) The Eastern is the largest species of rattlesnake in the world. 2) The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake has a large on the tip of its tail that makes a loud buzzing when the snake feels threatened. 3) The water moccasin is also known as the. 4) Young copperheads have bright tails. 5) There are poisonous snakes found in North Carolina 6) The Brown Recluse Spider has a shape on top of its head. 7) The Black Widow Spider has a abdomen. 8) Male Rattlesnakes attain greater sizes than females. 9) There are six snakes found in North Carolina. 10) The pigmy rattlesnake has a very small rattle & its can only be heard from a few feet away. 11) The snake is encircled by wide red and black bands with a yellow stripe between these bands.

Stings cause more serious injuries each year than snake bites. There are 2 different types of Bees and Wasps: SOLITARY and SOCIAL. Social bees & wasps are most dangerous as they will attack in numbers to defend colony. Social bees and wasps include the following: Honey Bees: This bee is highly aggressive and attacks in huge numbers. It will chase for up to ¼ mile. Bumble Bees: Large, black and yellow bees; hairy. Annual nests usually located in old rodent burrow in ground. Paper Wasps: Most are about 1-inch; many colors, often red-brown, also bright yellow & red stripes. All build exposed, paper, umbrella-shaped nests. Yellowjackets: Yellow & black striped wasps, have many species. Annual colonies usually located in burrows or voids in the ground. Hornets: 1-inch long; blue-black with white markings. Build large paper nests in trees and shrubs but also on outside of buildings. Solitary bees and wasps are not as dangerous as social bees because they are less likely to attack. Solitary bees and wasps include the following: - Carpenter Bees: Resemble bumble bees but have smooth abdomen. Chew ½- inch round galleries into wood to make nest chamber. - Mud Daubers: Long, thin wasps often with blue-black wings. Construct mudtube nests on walls, under decks, in attics, etc. - Velvet Ants: The females are wingless and resemble large ants Some may be 1-inch or more. Most are brightly colored and hairy. TICKS A few species of ticks may be common around buildings. The brown dog tick is the most common species that infests inside homes. Ticks are usually carried into homes & yards on dogs. Ticks transmit diseases such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, & tularemia. Black-legged tick responsible for most Lyme disease cases in Northeast/Midwest. Lone star tick & American dog tick also may transmit Lyme Disease. Removing a tick can be a tricky task. You can find detailed instructions on removing a tick safely at www.cdc.gov which is the website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Be alert for signs of a rash or fever and if they develop you should consult your doctor. Brown Dog Tick American Dog Tick Lone Star Tick Black-Legged Tick

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Mosquito season begins in May and lasts till around October. There are over 60 species of mosquitoes in the state of NC the most popular being the Asian Tiger Mosquito. A mosquito has 4 life stages: 1) Egg 2) Larva 3) Pupa 4) Adult The female mosquito needs blood to have eggs which explains why the female mosquito is the one that bites. The eggs can be laid in a very minimal amount of water, as small as a bottle cap full. Even a small area of water can contain hundreds of eggs. An egg can mature to an adult in as little as a week s time. Male mosquitoes are usually found around vegetation and are not considered a threat to humans. The bite of a mosquito can cause any one of the following illnesses: West Nile Virus. First detected in the U.S. in 1999, it can lead to serious complications of the liver or nervous system, inflammation of the brain (encephalitis) or paralysis. Malaria. Malaria was thought to have been eradicated in the U.S. but was detected in mosquitoes in Fairfax County, VA, in 2002. Dengue fever. A small but important risk for dengue fever exists in the United States. Travelers may introduce 100 to 200 cases into the U.S. each year. There are several simple things that we can all do to help control the mosquito population around our homes and businesses and to minimize our risk of being bitten including the following: 1) Stay indoors during dusk and dawn since mosquitoes are most active during these 2 times of the day. 2) When standard water sources are left uncleaned this creates a breeding ground for mosquitoes (bird baths, ponds, unfiltered pools, etc.) 3) Use insect repellent on exposed skin when you must be outside during dusk and dawn. 4) If you do have standing water sources, use mosquito-eating fish like gambusia or blue gills to help control the mosquito population. Clegg s Termite & Pest Control, Inc. will not only provide treatment to help control your current mosquito population but we will also help you identify what your problem areas are so that you can work towards eliminating any factors you have that are attracting the mosquitoes.

Termites begin life as eggs, produced by the king and queen of the colony. The eggs hatch to become nymphs, which are immature termites. Nymphs may develop into any of three kinds of adult termites - soldiers, workers, or reproductives. Soldiers have extra large, helmet-like heads used to defend the colony. Workers are the most numerous members of the colony and do most of the eating! Reproductives continue the life cycle by supplementing the king and queen's egg production. At certain times of the year, reproductives develop wings, leave the colony in great swarms (during this stage they are actually called 'swarmers') and those that survive start new colonies. Most swarmers get eaten by birds, bats, ants, spiders, frogs, toads, and lizards! If something happens to the original king and queen of the colony, a new pair will arise out of the reproductives.

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FOR THE PARENTS About Our Company Clegg s Termite & Pest Control started out as one man wanting to help out a friend with a pest problem he was having. That one kind gesture started a business venture beyond anyone s imagination that has grown into a 13 branch business servicing the entire state of North Carolina and South Carolina, Southern Virginia, and Northern Georgia. Clegg s Termite & Pest Control is a family business that has been passed down through 3 generations and has been in existence for over 40 years. Clegg s Termite & Pest Control has a family of over 200 employees that are all dedicated to making our customers feel like part of our family. We offer a wide variety of services: Termite Control: We offer a free general inspection to let you know whether or not your property currently has any wood boring insects and we provide you with a proposal for coverage. Pest Control: We offer general pest control service for common pests such as roaches and mice, and specialized services for many other pests including: fleas, millipedes, Indian meal moths, and many more. We also offer wildlife control for pests such as bats and squirrels. Moisture Control: We offer moisture control measures including: sump pumps, french drains, dehumidifiers, and vapor barriers to control the amount of moisture beneath your property to avoid an infestation by a wood boring insect. Insulation: We provide 2 types of home insulation that both help reduce your energy costs. TAP Insulation is a blown insulation that in addition to saving on energy costs it also has pest controlling properties. Comfort Therm Insulation helps control the noise within your home as well as the noise coming in from the outside. We have 13 branches located across the state to serve your termite and pest control needs: Corporate Office: 2401 Reichard St. Durham, NC 27705 1-800-763-0378 Raleigh Office Asheville Office Smithfield Office Clinton Office 3751 Bastion Lane 276-B Haywood Rd. 1520 S. Brightleaf Blvd. 205 Wall St. Raleigh, NC 27604 Asheville, NC 28806 Smithfield, NC 27577 Clinton, NC 28328 919-231-0600 1-800-964-8553 1-800-331-7196 1-800-964-5685 Wilmington Office Charlotte Office Greenville Office New Bern Office 3417 Enterprise Dr. 1520 Industrial Ctr Cir. 1710 West 5 th St. 218 Kale Rd. Wilmington, NC 28405 Charlotte, NC 28213 Greenville, NC 27834 New Bern, NC 28562 1-800-956-6751 1-800-964-6349 1-800-833-1648 1-800-964-5851 Fayetteville Office Greensboro Office Morehead City Office Long Beach Office 500 S. Eastern Blvd. 740 Indeneer Dr. 2700 Bridges St. 4075 Old Bridge Rd SE Fayetteville, NC 28301 Kernersville, NC 27284 Morehead City, NC 28557 Southport, NC 28461 1-800-964-4942 1-800-689-7805 1-800-682-4478 1-910-457-1171