Rufus, a Harris hawk, has been patrolling the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club for 12 years, keeping pigeons away from the courts. He has mentored a young falcon named Pollux, who will have a bigger role next year. Rufus is a celebrity with his own social media accounts and was recently featured in […]
Insect repellents aim to make surfaces unattractive to insects, often by masking the scents that attract them. DEET is the most effective chemical repellent, but natural plant products like citronella oil can also be used. Bug zappers attract and kill insects, but some argue that they also attract more insects to an area. To repel […]
