How much do we hate Palmetto bugs? This much

Whether you’re new to the Lowcountry or a native, you’ve likely had plenty of experiences with our local pest - the Palmetto bug.

We asked Facebook fans of The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette to tell us on a scale of 1-10 how much they despise the bug. The response was overwhelming. Here’s a look at what you had to say.

This story was originally published April 12, 2016 at 3:01 PM with the headline "How much do we hate Palmetto bugs? This much."