Other Pests

Tiny red bugs are nuisance pests that infest houses in large numbers. Nonetheless, they’re not harmful to humans as they don’t feed on blood but plants. When crushed, these red … Read more

Bees are beneficial to the economy because they pollinate commercial fruits, field crops, and vegetables. However, when they build a colony close to home, they can be a nuisance or … Read more

Maggots are fly larvae, which turn into pupae before they become adults. As we all know, flies are common nuisance pests indoors and outdoors. Both adult flies and larvae feed … Read more

Having raccoons in your attic can be a truly frustrating experience. They can tear roof decking and cause a fire hazard when damaging home wirings. How to get rid of … Read more

Bats provide important benefits to the environment, but they can also be dangerous to human health. Most bat species are insectivorous, and a single bat can eat 2,000 mosquitoes in … Read more

Just like doves, pigeons belong to a family of birds called Columbidae. Many people considered pigeons as nuisance pests because they are noisy and usually poop on roofs and busy … Read more

Rat poison or rodenticide can’t only harm rodents but other animals, specifically mammals. It’s toxic by merely touching and breathing it in. Besides being careful in handling rat poison, you … Read more

Cicada killers are in the order Hymenoptera and are among the largest wasp species found in North America. As their name suggests, they are prolific predators of cicadas (Cicadoidea), which … Read more

Termites are known for being among the most destructive pests in the world. These wood-destroyers damage houses slowly and silently, making lots of homeowners unaware until they discover that the … Read more

You may encounter tons of lovebugs while driving in the Gulf States, although they are most abundant in Florida due to very high humidity levels. Fortunately, you may see less … Read more