I realize it is year 10 of the cycle, so the numbers will go down next spring.... but I don't want them moving in for the winter. And with the numbers increasing so rapidly and it not even summer yet.... something's got to give.
And so, I've had to take drastic measures.... what I find most interesting is that which gives life back to all the oil stricken animals of the Gulf, takes the life of the Nymphs of the North.
Add some Dawn dish washing detergent to water in a spray bottle and give them a shot. I must say that I am/was relieved... it pretty much stops them in their tracks without much suffering. There are other methods, but those seem more cruel.
I still find them fascinating....but enough!!!
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They look so much like pumpkin seeds and I'll bet they are full of protein! My idea...gather 'em up...bake 'em with a little seasoning...store them in a dry container. Then before Christmas wrap 'em and send them off...a homeade treat for the DF's kitchen...call 'em "Pumpkin' seeds...My way."
More like sunflower seeds... but I will do as you suggest and send them straight to you!!!! I've got plenty I can pick up that are already "toasted"... might taste a little soapy though.
yeef! that is a pile of critters for sure!
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