Archives: Pests

Yellow Fly

Yellow Flies in Yellow flies, sometimes mistaken for deer or horse flies, are equally unwelcome owing to their painful bites. These insects are found in the southeastern regions of the United States, spanning from New Jersey to Texas and Florida. Resembling deer flies in appearance, they often cause confusion during identification. Similar to mosquitoes, it […]

Tropical Rat Mite

Tropical Rat Mites in The tropical rat mite is commonly only found on Norway rats. Due to the Norway rat’s spread, they are now found worldwide. They are more common in warmer climates and are often found in inhabited and uninhabited rat nests. Even though they are small, they are able to travel several hundred […]

House Finch

House Finches in House finches typically breed between March and August, with a breeding pair having three to six clutches of eggs during the summer. The females construct shallow, cup-shaped nests in shrubs, eaves, tree cavities, buildings, hanging plants, and tree branches. Both parents participate in caring for the young, which fledge the nest within […]

White-Footed Ant

White-Footed Ants in White-footed ants (WFAs) earn their name from their pale feet. Colonies can vary from 8,000 to 3 million individuals and are widespread in various habitats. WFAs sustain themselves by consuming plant nectar and honeydew, a sweet substance secreted by sap-sucking insects like aphids, mealybugs, and scales. Homeowners often regard WFAs as nuisance […]

Little Yellow Ant

Little Yellow Ants in In 2017, the little yellow ant was first observed in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, marking its inaugural appearance in the continental United States. Since then, it has spread throughout various regions. These ants create supercolonies featuring multiple queens and possess exceptional foraging abilities. Despite their tiny size, they dominate over other ant […]

Fire Ant

Fire Ants in Fire ants derive their name from their excruciating sting and bite, capable of inflicting repeated attacks on their victim by a single ant. These ants construct mounds, and when these are disturbed, workers ascend to the surface to retaliate against the intruder. Fire ant assaults are orchestrated, with hundreds of workers delivering […]

European Starling

European Starlings in European starlings, known for their loud and energetic behavior, are commonly found in urban environments across the United States. They often nest in large numbers near homes and can pose a threat to homeowners due to their disruptive roosting habits and the filth they create. In addition to being loud and obnoxious, […]

Mosquito

Mosquitoes in Mosquitoes are small, flying insects known for their slender bodies and distinctive long, proboscis-like mouthparts. Most mosquitoes have a lifespan of a few weeks, with females requiring a blood meal to develop their eggs. The females are equipped with specialized mouthparts to pierce the skin and feed on the blood of animals, including […]

Bigheaded Ant

Bigheaded Ants in Bigheaded ants are named for their workers’ notably oversized heart-shaped heads. Regarded as one of the most challenging invasive ant species globally, they breed continuously throughout the year, complicating control efforts. Constructing sizable nests in sandy terrain across lawns and landscapes, these ants excavate soil, transporting it through cracks in driveways, patios, […]