Pest Management Professional, November 2011

FLEAS TICKS AND OTHER ECTOPARASITES trumans guide A mong the ectoparasite pests covered in this chapter in previous editions of the Scientific Guide most of the recent news and sensation surrounds the resurgence of the common bedbug as an important urban pest and the difficulties of its control That resurgence and importance is reflected in the Seventh Edition as the new Chapter 13 is about bed bugs and related species while Chapter 12 covers other important urban pests of medical and veterinary health significance not forgetting mosquitoes in Chapter 14 The primary pest flea species in and around homes is the cat flea Ctenocephalides felis and it continues to be relatively well controlled primarily by on animal or veterinary health treatments The same can be said for tick species that are ectoparasites of pet dogs and cats and certain urban wildlife species Advances in the understanding of ticks as vectors of various serious human and companion animal diseases have highlighted the need for vigilance to prevent tick bites through use of effective repellents and pest management programs in home and school yards or public parks and recreational areas Chapter 12 describes how pest management professionals PMPs can design and implement pest management programs for fleas and ticks It provides a useful new reference to the comprehensive Tick Management Handbook by Dr Kirby Stafford of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station PMPs also encounter infestations of or concerns about lice including head and pubic lice of humans and Synopsis Chapter 12 various ectoparasitic mites such as chiggers and other species primarily associated with rodent and bird nesting areas Chapter 12 provides PMPs the basic understanding of those pests biology behavior and control which is necessary to address those infestation situations The color photo section of the Seventh Edition also includes excellent close up photos by Tom Myers a professional photographer who is also an entomologist and president of All Rite Pest Control in Lexington Ky as well as others from Univar USA to assist with ectoparasite identification The chapter closes with discussion of situations most PMPs experience from time to time Clients are convinced theyre bothered by a mite flea or other ectoparasite causing itching and skin reactions such as welts but no actual insect or mite pest can be found or is likely responsible These cases of imaginary itches insect phobias or delusory parasitosis require skill and tact to handle correctly and professionally and PMPs are given useful tips for doing so PMP Pest Control Equipment Supplies 800 251 4931 ORDER ONLINE ANYTIME www stephensonequip com 3715 Northcrest Rd Suite 6 Atlanta GA 30340 Best Value Replacement Hose Best Drill Bits Offered In the Industry Best Auger Bits Offered in the Industry Hypro Pumps Parts ShurFlo Pumps Parts B G Termite Tools Parts B G Sprayers Parts Pestline Rods Tips 58 November 2011 Pest Management Professional mypmp net