Camel Cricket
Camel Crickets in Camel crickets are distinctive insects with a unique appearance. Unlike typical crickets, they lack wings and the ability to produce sound. Characterized by their humpbacked appearance, long hind legs, and lengthy antennae, camel crickets often resemble small spiders. They are often called “land shrimp” or “cave crickets” due to their distinctive appearance […]
Clothes Moth
Clothes Moths in Clothes moths are small, inconspicuous insects with a wingspan of about half an inch. They are often golden in color and their larvae are creamy-white caterpillars. Despite their unassuming appearance, these moths are notorious for the damage they can cause to fabrics, particularly wool, silk, and other natural fibers. The adult moths […]
Chinch Bug
Chinch Bugs in Chinch bugs are tiny insects with a significant impact on agricultural landscapes. Adult chinch bugs measure about one-fifth of an inch and feature distinctive black bodies with white wings folded over their backs. These agricultural pests have piercing-sucking mouthparts that they use to feed on the sap of grasses. While their appearance […]
Boxelder Bug
Boxelder Bugs in Boxelder bugs are true insects belonging to the order Hemiptera. These small, elongated bugs are known for their distinctive black and red coloration, with prominent red markings on their wings and thorax. While they primarily feed on the seeds of boxelder trees, they are also found on other maple and ash trees, […]
Earwig
Earwigs in Earwigs are fascinating insects with distinctive pincers at the end of their abdomen, known as cerci. These pincers, while appearing formidable, are primarily used for defense and mating displays rather than for causing harm to humans. Earwigs are typically dark brown or black and have elongated bodies that can range from half an […]
Whitefly
Whiteflies in Whiteflies are tiny insects that feed on plant sap and take flight when the plants are disturbed. Despite their name, they are not true flies but are more closely related to scales, mealybugs, and aphids. The adult whiteflies get their name from the mealy white wax covering their wings and body. Although these […]
Horse Fly
Horse Flies in Horse flies, known for their considerable size and weight, are incessant pests affecting wildlife, livestock, and humans. Their blood-sucking behavior gives rise to concerns about the potential transmission of disease agents. These insects are infamous for targeting a variety of mammals, including horses, mules, cattle, hogs, dogs, and humans. Horse flies can […]
House Fly
House Flies in Found on every continent except Antarctica, the house fly is one of the world’s most well-known insects. During the warmer summer months, these flies are most abundant and typically reside close to humans and animals. These flies breed in animal wastes and decaying organic materials, including animal carcasses and food waste, where […]
Gnat / Midge (non-biting)
Gnats in Gnats, also known as midges, are small non-biting insects that are widespread throughout the United States. Typically breeding in aquatic environments, these flies can emerge in significant numbers. The species that affect homes and buildings are mostly nocturnal fliers attracted to building lights. People may find their presence bothersome, mistakenly thinking they are […]