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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Toxic chemicals in pet flea treatments harming wildlife, UK study warns

Fipronil and imidacloprid from pet flea treatments contaminate rivers and wildlife, causing potentially irreversible harm and posing risks to human health and children with autism.
fromMail Online
6 months ago

Urgent warning over 'evil ladybugs' invading US homes by the thousands

Not only do they have a pinching bite if they land on a person, but the ladybug impostors emit a defensive yellow fluid that has a foul odor, irritates human skin, and can stain fabrics. The PennState Extension warned: 'It is not uncommon for tens of thousands of beetles to congregate in attics, ceilings and wall voids, and due to the warmth of the walls, will move around inside these voids and exit into the living areas of the home.'
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