Insects

Although insects are commonly thought of as pests in just about every region of the world, one must take the time to realize their benefits to our everyday lives. Without insects operating in their ecosystems, our world would be a very different place.

Honey Bee

honey bee is one of the beneficial insect. Without Honey Bees, we would not have honey nor beeswax. Bees in particular also assist in the process known as pollination. The act of pollination is actually more important to the living and working world than is the production of honey or beeswax.

Field Crickets

Field Crickets are known to feed upon the eggs and pupae of what we might consider indoor "pests". Though they feed on plant matter when outside, they can also be seen feeding off of animal remains.

Blister Beetles

Blister Beetles, Though they themselves can cause serious blistering to contacted human skin when threatened or disturbed, the chemical they secrete from their joints - called Cantharidin - is ironically used in some wart removal products.

House Centipede

House Centipede the fast-moving and grotesque-looking insects are actually quite the nice predator to have in the under-workings of a home. Though sometimes found in bath tubs and basins - scaring whomever happens to find it there - the house centipede is known for going after larger insects including cockroaches.

Lady Bugs

Lady Bugs are your ultimate garden protector, feeding on insects bent on the destruction of your plants.

Spiders

Spiders are the ultimate insect exterminators and work to keep the insect population in check by feeding on just about anything with six legs.

Dragonflies

Dragonflies love to eat insects. What this means for you is population control of the little critters.In particular, dragonflies love to dine on the all mighty mosquito.

Silkworm

Silkworms produce silk which is still a valuable fiber. 

Earthworm

Earthworm improves the physical structure of the soil. improve water filtration rates and absorption rates helping the soil to drain better. Less runoff equals less watering and less erosion.