Sand Fleas

Despite the similarities of their names, chiggers and jiggers are very different. They don’t even belong to the same class of animals in the animal kingdom! Before you get them confused, let’s learn more about chiggers vs jiggers. One is dangerous and the other is just irritating. Chiggers Scientific name: TrombiculidaeCommon names: Chigger, red bug, …

True sand fleas are true pests. And can cause painful lesions on the feet. Here’s how to get rid of sand fleas. In this post, you’ll learn how to identify actual sand fleas. And ways to repel and kill them. It’s time to take back the outdoors. And you don’t have to live on a …

Sand flea bites can be a real bummer on the beach. The good news is that you don’t have to let them ruin your vacation! There are numerous ways to both prevent and treat sand flea bites while you’re soaking up the sun. 1. Identity the Culprit The first thing to know is that several …

You’re on the beach. It’s a beautiful day. Suddenly, you realize that you’ve been scratching your ankles a lot, and you look down to see some tiny black dots on your skin. Are they sand fleas? What are sand fleas? Let’s talk about sand fleas and what they can mean for your beach vacation. There …

We’ve all seen gnats around the home. And probably while on vacation. Do gnats bite humans? Yes, some do. These bugs can bite humans and cause damage that requires medical help, especially while traveling abroad. Here are some of the common biting gnats and what to do about a gnat bite. And tips to avoid …