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It's summer here at the Lake of the Ozarks, which means that pesky bugs are all over the place. One of the most common pests we see here at the Lake is beetles. From June bugs to Japanese Beetles, they come in all shapes and sizes and they are everywhere.  Best Pest Control  took a look at some fun facts about these pests we'll be seeing all summer long. Beetles are the largest group of living organisms.  One out of every four animals on earth is a beetle. When you add in plants, one out every five known organisms is a beetle. Scientists have found over 350,000 species of beetles and there are still more to be discovered! Some scientists estimate that there may be as many as 3 million beetle species living on the planet. The order Coleoptera (the insect order the beetles are in) is the largest order in the entire animal kingdom. Beetles are EVERYWHERE!  You can find beetles almost anywhere on the planet from the North Pole to the South Pole. From the deserts...

Many people believe that ladybugs are a symbol of luck. However, if you start to notice these red and black insects invading your home, you may want to take a closer look. These are most likely Asian Lady Beetles, who look similar to their beneficial ladybug cousins. Further inspection from the  best pest control company at Lake of the Ozarks can determine the difference. Introduction of the Asian Lady Beetle Asian Lady Beetles were purposely introduced from Asia in the latter half of the 1900's by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The lady beetles were released into Georgia, South Carolina, Louisiana, Mississippi, California, Washington, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Maryland to control agricultural pests such as aphids and scale insects.  They have since migrated so they are found throughout most of the U.S. These beetles spread quickly and soon the not-so-beneficial aspects of this species were realized. Bothersome Pests The warmth of homes and bu...