Taz Stuart

• Tick season is upon us in Manitoba. Here’s what you should know

  The province runs an online tick-checking program through Manitoba Health in which a photo of a suspected blacklegged tick can be submitted and assessed by experts.

  Health

  May 26, 2023
  
• Voles wreaking havoc on lawns, Winnipeg pest expert says

  Damage and destruction caused by voles — small rodents related to hamsters and lemmings — has been happening to some local lawns, hidden under heavy snow cover during winter.

  Canada

  Apr 17, 2023
  
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• 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, 2022
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• 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
• 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
• 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
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• 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
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• 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