Taz Stuart

• Delayed summer means nuisance bugs still on the horizon for Winnipeg

  Although Winnipeggers are welcoming the advent of warm summer weather, with pleasant days can come not-so-pleasant interactions with local bugs.

  Environment

  Jun 29
  
• Chirp chirp, buzz buzz: Wasps, crickets still plaguing Manitobans this summer

  If Manitoba's seemingly out-of-control wasp population is driving you crazy this summer, you're not alone.

  Environment

  Aug 30, 2021
  
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• Winnipeg facing wasps, flies galore due to drought conditions, says entomologist

  Entomologist Taz Stuart told 680 CJOB wasps are a little more aggressive earlier this year because of the drought, which has hurt their natural food source of insects and flowers.

  Environment

  Aug 16, 2021
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• Summer of spiders: Winnipeg sees increase in eight-legged guests

  If you're seeing more spiders in your yard this summer, you're not alone.

  Environment

  Aug 20, 2020
• Despite growing mosquito problem, Winnipeg not at residential fogging numbers quite yet: councillor

  If you've noticed an increase in the number of mosquitoes buzzing around Winnipeg, you're not alone — but don't count on the city fogging just yet, says one councillor.

  Health

  Jul 21, 2020
• Winnipeg looking relatively mosquito-free so far this summer: pest expert

  Summer's officially here, and while Winnipeg may not be living up to its reputation as a mosquito hotspot so far, that doesn't mean you should let your guard down.

  Environment

  Jun 24, 2020
• Ticks more than just annoying: bloodsuckers can spread disease, says Winnipeg bug expert

  Manitobans heading outdoors are noticing more pesky insects -- ticks specifically -- which can spread Lyme and other dangerous diseases.

  Health

  May 22, 2020
• Surprise getaway at Falcon Lake hotel turns into bed bug-infested nightmare, says Winnipeg family

  A Winnipeg family remains upset after how several incidents, including bed bugs at Falcon Lake Hotel were handled.

  Consumer

  Aug 26, 2019
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• Tick season has arrived in Manitoba. Are you ready?

  With warm weather on the horizon, a rise in temperatures also means increased activity for ticks -- some of Manitoba's least favourite creepy-crawlies.

  Health

  May 7, 2019
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• A real buzzkill: Mosquito larviciding to begin Monday

  The City of Winnipeg will begin its first phase of mosquito prevention Monday.

  Environment

  Apr 26, 2019